prelims
prelim
A shortening of "preliminary," referring to some event that precedes and often determines something else. Usually used in the plural ("prelims"). I can't believe last year's champions were eliminated in the prelims this year. These prelims will determine the entire course of your collegiate career.
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prelims
n. preliminary examinations. (Collegiate.) What do you have to do to get the degree after you pass your prelims?
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