An inchoative construction.
At the beginning, still in an unformed state.
Aspectually indicating that a state is about to be entered or is in the process of being entered.
Inflected in or relating to the inchoative aspect.
A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.