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preliminary noun

  /pɹɪˈlɪmɪnəɹi/ , /pɹɪˈlɪmɪnɛɹi/
  • A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
 johdanto, johdatus
  • Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
 karsinta, karsintaottelu
  • A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
 lämmittelyottelu

preliminary adjective

  /pɹɪˈlɪmɪnəɹi/ , /pɹɪˈlɪmɪnɛɹi/
  • In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.
 alustava, esi-, preliminaarinen
preliminary examination
preliminäärikoe
preliminary ruling
ennakkoratkaisu
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