A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Preliminary
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Introductory; previous; preceding the main discourse orbusiness; prefatory; as, preliminary observations to a discourse orbook; preliminary articles to a treaty; preliminary measures;preliminary examinations.
Preliminary meaning & definition 1 of Preliminary.
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happening before something that is more important
Preliminary meaning & definition 2 of Preliminary.
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“denoting an action or event [preceding] or done in [preparation] for something [fuller] or more important”
So pretty much something that happens in preparation for an event or action.
Preliminary meaning & definition 3 of Preliminary.
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coming before a more important action or event, especially introducing or preparing for it:
Preliminary meaning & definition 4 of Preliminary.
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Preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.
Preliminary meaning & definition 5 of Preliminary.
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