Preliminaries, also called heats, are those races in which swimmers qualify for the championship and consolation finals (and semifinals when used) in the events.

a minor match preceding the main event

Short for preliminary, also called heats. These are races in which swimmers qualify for the championship and consolation finals in certain meet events.

See "Preliminary Report".

The announcement made by the company to the Stock Exchange on its annual results, earnings and proposed dividend and made prior to the publication and release of the full Annual Report.

Preliminary number. Assigned for a grant that has not yet arrived if a completed OGC-005 form and other necessary documentation is available.

an examination taken by graduate students to determine their fitness to continue