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preprandial

Syllabification: (pre·pran·di·al)
Pronunciation: /prēˈprandēəl/

Definition of preprandial

adjective

formal or humorous
  • done or taken before dinner or lunch:a preprandial glass of sherry
  • Medicine occurring or done before a meal.

Origin:

early 19th century: from pre- 'before' + Latin prandium 'a meal' + -al

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