preliminaryprogram

noun
UK /prɪˈlɪmɪnəri ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /prɪˈlɪmɪnəri ˈproʊɡræm/

A first plan or list of activities that comes before the main one.

The preliminary program shows the order of events before the final schedule is ready.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. An early version of a computer program used for testing.

The team ran a preliminary program to check for bugs.

3. A short introductory plan for a meeting or event.

The preliminary program was sent to members before the conference.

4. A first set of steps in a training course.

Students complete a preliminary program before the advanced classes.