Definition

Relating to the period just before something is published, especially a book.

Example

The marketing team prepared for the prepublication phase of the new novel.

Conversation

I heard your book is getting a lot of prepublication buzz.

Yeah, it's exciting! I didn't expect so much interest before it even comes out.

That must feel great to know people are eager to read it.

Absolutely! The prepublication excitement really keeps me motivated.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prepublication → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "publication" (from Latin "publicare", meaning to make public). The word refers to the stage or process that occurs before something is made public or published.

Memory Tip

Think of something that happens 'before' ('pre-') it is 'made public' ('publicare') — that's what prepublication means.

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