prerace

/ˈpriːreɪs/
adjective
  1. Happening or done before a race.
    • The runners gathered for a prerace meeting to review the course.
    • The prerace announcements reminded everyone of the safety rules.
    • She felt nervous during the prerace warm-up exercises.
Antonyms
noun
  1. An event or period of time that takes place before a race.
    • The prerace was filled with music and interviews with the drivers.
    • We arrived early to enjoy the prerace festivities at the track.
    • The prerace included a parade of the athletes through the town.
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