Basic and Prelim

Basic

Basic adjective - Of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject.

Prelim and basic are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Prelim" instead an adjective "Basic".

Nearby Words: base, basis, basically, basics, basicity

Prelim

Prelim adjective - Coming before the main part or item usually to introduce or prepare for what follows.
Usage example: a medical assistant had done all of the prelim work before the physician even walked into the examining room
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Basic and prelim are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Basic" instead an adjective "Prelim".
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