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1. (noun) preliminary, prelim
a minor match preceding the main event
Synonyms: preliminary exam, overture, preliminary, preliminary examination, prelim, prelude
Antonyms: unexplorative, nonexplorative, nonexploratory, unexploratory

2. (adj) preliminary, overture, prelude
something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows
Synonyms: approach, feeler, overture, preliminary, advance, prelim, prelude
Antonyms: nonexploratory, unexplorative, unexploratory, nonexplorative

3. (adj) preliminary
denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding
Antonyms: unexploratory, nonexploratory, nonexplorative, unexplorative

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