더 중요하거나 최종적인 것에 앞서거나 그것을 준비하기 위해 행해지는 행동, 사건 또는 토론을 나타내는.
Denoting an action, event, or discussion that precedes or is done in preparation for something more significant or final.
예문:
"The committee released a preliminary report detailing the initial findings of the investigation."
"We need to conduct a preliminary feasibility study before committing to the full project."
"The two nations held preliminary talks to establish a framework for future trade agreements."
주요 사건이나 활동에 앞서거나 그것을 위한 준비 역할을 하는 행동, 사건 또는 형식적인 절차.
An action, event, or formality that precedes or serves as preparation for a main event or activity.
예문:
"After exchanging the usual pleasantries and preliminaries, the diplomats got down to serious negotiations."
"Finishing the required coursework is a necessary preliminary to applying for the advanced degree program."
스포츠에서 주요 대회나 결승전에 앞서 치러지는 예선전 또는 예비 경기; 또한 예비 시험이나 고사.
A qualifying round or match that precedes the main competition or final event in sports; also, a preliminary examination or test.
예문:
"Only the top three finishers in the preliminaries will advance to the championship race tomorrow."
"She studied diligently for the preliminary exam, knowing it determined eligibility for the main assessment."