first-pass processing
nounUK /ˌfɜːst pɑːs ˈprəʊsesɪŋ/
US /ˌfɜːrst pæs ˈprɑːsesɪŋ/
The first quick look at something to understand the main idea.
During first-pass processing, she skimmed the story to see what it was about.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. In computing, the first run of a program that checks code for basic errors.
The compiler's first-pass processing caught several typos in the code.
3. In manufacturing, the first stage where raw materials are checked and sorted.
First-pass processing removed the damaged parts before assembly.
4. In language learning, the first time you read or listen to something without stopping.
Do a first-pass processing of the article before looking up new words.