Prelim (Noun)
Meaning 1
A minor match preceding the main event.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The boxing prelim featured a up-and-coming fighter looking to make a name for himself.
- Before the championship bout, the audience was treated to a series of exciting prelims.
- The crowd was already on their feet after a thrilling knockout in the first prelim of the night.
- As the main event drew near, the announcer introduced the final prelim, a highly anticipated bout between two lightweight contenders.
- Following a pair of lackluster preliminary matches, the third prelim proved to be far more entertaining.
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Meaning 2
An examination taken by graduate students to determine their fitness to continue.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.