warm-up act
nounUK /ˈwɔːm ʌp ækt/
US /ˈwɔːrm ʌp ækt/
A warm-up act is someone who performs first to get the crowd ready for the main show.
The warm-up act told funny jokes before the singer came on stage.
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2. A short performance or activity used to prepare people for something bigger.
The teacher did a quick warm-up act with the class before the big test.
3. Something that helps get a machine or body ready for full use.
Stretching is a warm-up act for your muscles before you run.
4. A person or thing that makes people excited or ready before an event.
The marching band was a warm-up act for the parade.