Definition

Built or set up in advance before a specific time or event.

Example

The preerected structures made the construction process much faster.

Conversation

Did you see the new tent area they set up in the park?

Yeah, it's cool! I heard they used some preerected tents to save time.

That makes sense, especially for the weekend events.

Exactly! It’ll be easier for everyone to enjoy the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Preerected → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "erect" (from Latin "erectus", meaning to raise or build). The word "preerected" means something that has been built or raised beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been 'raised' ('erect') 'before' ('pre-') — that's what preerected means.

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