Definition

To sell something before it is available to the public, often to prepare customers for a future purchase.

Example

The company decided to presell the new smartphone to gauge interest before its official release.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they plan to presell the new gaming console next month.

Really? That’s exciting! Do you think it will sell out quickly?

Definitely! I've seen so many ads already trying to presell it.

I guess I should set a reminder to check it out as soon as it's available.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Presell → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "sell" (from Old English "sellan", meaning to give or deliver). The word "presell" means to sell something before it is officially available or released.

Memory Tip

Think of selling something 'before' ('pre-') it is available — that's what presell means.

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