presale

American

[pree-seyl] / ˈpriˌseɪl /

noun

a sale held in advance of an advertised sale, as for select customers.

presale British

/ ˈpriːseɪl /

noun

the practice of arranging the sale of a product before it is available

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Etymology

Origin of presale

pre- + sale

Example Sentences

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As predictive indicators, those presale numbers are useful.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fans living near Olympic venue cities will have access to presale opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times

Tickets go on presale on Wednesday and Thursday before going on general sale on Friday.

From BBC

The book is available for presale at The Times’ store.

From Los Angeles Times

The presale begins today, with a general sale to follow Nov. 7.

From Los Angeles Times

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