pre-clearance
|pre/clear/ance|
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/priːˈklɪrəns/
🇬🇧
/priːˈklɪərəns/
advance authorization
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-clearance' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'clearance' meaning 'official authorization'.
Historical Evolution
'Pre-clearance' was formed by combining 'pre-' with 'clearance' to denote the act of clearing something in advance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'obtaining clearance before an event,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of obtaining approval or authorization in advance, especially for customs or security purposes.
The pre-clearance process allowed passengers to avoid long lines at customs.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45