preliminary reading
nounUK /prɪˈlɪmɪnəri ˈriːdɪŋ/
US /prɪˈlɪməneri ˈriːdɪŋ/
A first quick look at something to get ready before the real work.
The teacher did a preliminary reading of our stories before the big test.
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2. A first reading of a book or paper to understand its main idea.
She gave the article a preliminary reading before the meeting.
3. An early stage of reading in a study or experiment.
The preliminary reading showed the plant was growing well.
4. A short reading done before a performance or event.
The actors had a preliminary reading of the play on Monday.