Definition

Approved or authorized beforehand, often referring to something that has been checked and found acceptable before proceeding.

Example

The documents were precleared by the legal team before the meeting.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new regulations at work?

Yeah, I heard they have to be precleared before we can implement any changes.

That sounds like a hassle, but I guess it makes things safer.

Definitely! It will help avoid any unexpected issues later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Precleared → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "clear" (from Old French *cler*, meaning to make clear or free from obstruction) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "precleared" means to have been cleared or made clear beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of something being made clear or free from obstruction 'before' ('pre-') it is needed — that's what precleared means.

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