prelims
/ˈpriːlɪmz/
noun
- Short for preliminary examinations; tests taken before the main exams, especially in academic contexts.
- The school holds prelims in January to prepare students for final exams.
- He felt nervous about his prelims, but they turned out to be easier than expected.
- She studied hard for her prelims and passed with high marks.
- The pages of a book that come before the main text, such as the title page, table of contents, and preface.
- The designer added illustrations to the prelims of the book.
- Please check the prelims for any errors in the author's name.
- The prelims include a dedication and a list of illustrations.
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