preliminary
- adjective (adj)
Meaning: introductory, initial
Synonyms:
basic
elemental
elementary
exploratory
first
fundamental
inductive
initiatory
opening
pilot
preceding
precursory
prefatory
preparatory
preparing
primal
primary
prior
qualifying
readying
test
trial
- noun (n)
Meaning: introductory event beginning
Synonyms:
first round
foundation
groundwork
initiation
introduction
opening
preamble
preface
prelims
prelude
preparation
start
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