In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.
Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
Advance; previous; coming before.
Former, previous.
A high-ranking member of a monastery, usually lower in rank than an abbot.
A prior probability distribution, one based on information or belief before additional data is collected.
A belief supported by previous evidence or experience that one can use to make inferences about the future.
A chief magistrate in Italy.
A previous arrest or criminal conviction on someone's record.
Previously.