pre-hearing
|pre-hear-ing|
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/priːˈhɪrɪŋ/
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/priːˈhɪərɪŋ/
preliminary legal session
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-hearing' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'hearing' referring to a legal session.
Historical Evolution
'Pre-hearing' combines the prefix 'pre-' with 'hearing' to form a term used in legal contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a session before a hearing,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a preliminary meeting or session held before the main hearing in a legal case.
The judge scheduled a pre-hearing to discuss the evidence.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/09 15:45