Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prescreen
verb
/ˌpriːˈskriːn/
Definition
To evaluate or assess something before it undergoes a more detailed examination or procedure.
Examples
- The company decided to prescreen all applicants before scheduling interviews.
- Before the movie is shown, they will prescreen it to ensure it meets the rating requirements.
- Doctors often prescreen patients to identify those who need immediate care.
Meaning
The act of reviewing or checking something preliminary to determine if it meets certain criteria or if further action is needed.
Synonyms
- pre-evaluate
- pre-assess
- filter
- screen
- screen beforehand
