pre-meal
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B2
/priːˈmiːl/
before eating
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-meal' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'meal' meaning 'an occasion when food is eaten.'
Historical Evolution
'pre-meal' is a modern English term combining the prefix 'pre-' with 'meal' to describe activities or events occurring before eating.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before a meal,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
occurring or done before a meal.
He took a pre-meal walk to stimulate his appetite.
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Last updated: 2025/07/04 20:26