Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prerelease

noun

/ˈpriːrɪˌliːs/

Definition

A prerelease is an early version of a product that is made available to a select group of people before the official release.

Examples

Developers shared a prerelease version of the app with trusted users for feedback.
The movie studio held a prerelease screening to gauge audience reactions.

Meaning

The term refers to the availability of a product, such as software or media, before it is released to the general public. It allows for testing and feedback.