Definition

Happening or existing before two companies combine into one.

Example

The premerger analysis showed that the companies would benefit from the merger.

Conversation

Did you hear about the premerger discussions happening at the company?

Yeah, I read something about it online. It sounds interesting!

I wonder how the premerger plans will affect our department.

It might bring some new opportunities, but we'll have to wait and see.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Premerger → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "merger" (from Latin "mergere", meaning to plunge or dip). The word "premerger" refers to the state or actions that occur before a merger takes place.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'merger' as the act of combining. This helps you remember that 'premerger' refers to activities that happen before a merger.

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