pregame

/ˈpriːɡeɪm/
verb
  1. To drink alcohol before going to a main event.
    • They pregamed at a friend's house before the wedding reception.
    • We decided to pregame lightly so we wouldn't be too tired.
    • He pregamed with a few beers before the concert.
adjective
  1. Relating to or taking place before a game or competition.
    • We bought pregame tickets at a discount.
    • The stadium was already loud with pregame excitement.
    • The pregame warm-up routine helps players avoid injuries.
noun
  1. An event or period of time that happens before a sports game or other competition.
    • Fans gathered in the parking lot for the pregame tailgate party.
    • The team held a short pregame meeting to discuss strategy.
    • We watched the pregame show on TV before the big match.
  2. A social gathering where people drink alcohol before going to a main event, such as a concert or party.
    • She brought snacks to the pregame so everyone could eat before the show.
    • The pregame lasted longer than the actual concert.
    • They had a quick pregame at Jake's apartment before heading to the club.
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