preliminary
Pronunciation:
/pɹɪˈlɪmɪnəɹi//pɹɪˈlɪmɪnɛɹi/noun
Definitions
A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
adjective
Definitions
In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.
Example: These are just the preliminary results.
Synonyms:initialintroductorypreparatoryAntonyms:definitivefinal