pretrial

pre·tri·al

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Definitions of pretrial word

noun pretrial a proceeding held by a judge, arbitrator, etc., before a trial to simplify the issues of law and fact and stipulate certain matters between the parties, in order to expedite justice and curtail costs at the trial. 1
adjective pretrial of or relating to such a proceeding. 1
adjective pretrial done, occurring, etc., prior to a trial: pretrial publicity. 1
adjective pretrial occurring, presented, or engaged in before a court trial actually begins 0
noun pretrial a pretrial proceeding for clearing up points of fact or law 0

before 1935

One of the 8% newest English words

First recorded in 1935-40; pre- + trial

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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