prerelease

/ˌpriːrɪˈliːs/
adjective
  1. Relating to or happening before the official release of a product, movie, album, or software.
    • The band released a prerelease single to build excitement for the album.
    • Gamers can access a prerelease version of the game to test for bugs.
    • The studio held a prerelease screening for critics and journalists.
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noun
  1. A version or copy of something made available before the official release.
    • The prerelease of the movie leaked online a week early.
    • The software company sent prereleases to beta testers for feedback.
    • Collectors paid high prices for a prerelease of the limited edition book.
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