Definition

Describing actions or activities that happen before a product is sold to customers.

Example

The company launched a presales campaign to generate interest in the new product.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new phone they're launching?

Yeah, I saw some ads about the presales starting next week.

I wonder if there are any special offers during the presales.

I hope so! It would be great to get a discount before it officially comes out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The period or activity of selling a product or service before it is officially available to the public.

Example

The company announced its presales for the new smartphone, allowing customers to order it before the official launch date.

Conversation

Did you hear about the presales for that concert next month?

Yeah, I heard they're selling out really fast!

I want to get tickets during the presales before they disappear.

Root Explanation

Presales → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "sales" (from Old English "sale", meaning the act of selling). The word "presales" refers to the act of selling something before it is officially available or released.

Memory Tip

Think of 'before' ('pre-') something is 'sold' — that's what presales means.

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