Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preliminaries
noun
/prɪˈlɪməˌnɛriz/
Definition
Preliminaries are the initial steps or actions taken before a main event or activity, often serving as preparation or introduction.
Examples
- The preliminaries of the competition included several qualifying rounds.
- Before the wedding, the couple had to complete several preliminaries, such as selecting a venue.
- The preliminaries for the conference will cover several critical topics.
Meaning
Preliminaries refer to things that must happen or be established before something important can occur.
Synonyms
- preparation
- introduction
- prerequisite
- foreword
- precedent
