pre-period
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/priːˈpɪriəd/
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/priːˈpɪəriəd/
before a specific period
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-period' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'period' meaning 'a length of time'.
Historical Evolution
'pre-period' combines the prefix 'pre-' with 'period' to form a term indicating a time before a specific period.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before a period', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a phase or time frame that occurs before a specific period or event.
The pre-period of the project involved extensive research and planning.
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Last updated: 2025/06/17 01:27