Prelims — synonyms, definition

1. prelims (Noun)

4 synonyms
front matter preliminaries preliminary exam* preliminary examination*
3 definitions

prelims (Noun) — Written matter preceding the main text of a book.

prelims (Noun) — A minor match preceding the main event.

prelims (Noun) — An examination taken by graduate students to determine their fitness to continue.

7 types of
athletic competition* athletic contest* athleticses examinations exams matter tests