Definition

Relating to the time before a meal, particularly dinner.

Example

We enjoyed a preprandial drink while waiting for dinner to be served.

Conversation

Are you up for a little walk before dinner?

Sure! A nice preprandial stroll sounds great.

It's a perfect way to enjoy the evening air.

Absolutely, it will make the meal even more enjoyable!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Preprandial is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "prandium" (meaning meal or lunch in Latin). The word refers to the time or activities that occur before a meal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pre-' meaning before and 'prandium' meaning meal — so preprandial refers to the time before a meal.

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