prelim.
1 Americanabbreviation
noun
abbreviation
Etymology
Origin of prelim
First recorded in 1880–85; by shortening
Example Sentences
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Sprinters headlined Friday’s prelims but it was the distance runners who played leading roles Saturday at Buchanan High School.
From Los Angeles Times
“My goal at state is to make the second day,” added Kensinger, whose best throw was 55-9 at City prelims last year.
From Los Angeles Times
Sitting in the Birmingham High bleachers wearing headphones before running the 400 meters at the City Section track and field prelims, 17-year-old senior Nathan Santa Cruz looks like a teenager comfortable and confident.
From Los Angeles Times
The Southern Section prelims will be held on Saturday at four sites.
From Los Angeles Times
The City prelims are scheduled for May 15 and the finals May 22.
From Los Angeles Times
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