Definition

A person who has not yet achieved a state of being free from past traumatic memories or experiences, often used in the context of certain self-help or spiritual practices.

Example

The preclear attended several sessions to work towards becoming clear of their engrams.

Conversation

I met someone who is still a preclear in the program.

Oh really? What do you think about that?

I feel like they have a long journey ahead of them.

Yeah, but it's exciting to see their progress along the way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Preclear → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "clear" (from Old English "cleare", meaning to make free of obstacles or to remove). The word "preclear" refers to someone who is cleared of negative influences or obstacles before a certain process or event.

Memory Tip

Think of 'before' ('pre-') someone is 'cleared' — this helps you remember that a preclear is someone who has been cleared of obstacles beforehand.

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