Definitions for pretestˈpriˌtɛst; priˈtɛst
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
pre•testˈpriˌtɛst; priˈtɛst(n.; v.)
an advance or preliminary testing or trial, as of a new product.
a test given to determine if students are sufficiently prepared to begin a new course of study.
a test taken for practice.
(v.t.)to give a pretest to.
(v.i.)to conduct a pretest.
Origin of pretest:
1945–50
Wiktionary
pretest(Noun)
A preliminary test, given in advance of instruction of evaluation.
pretest(Verb)
To administer a pretest to.
pretest(Verb)
To carry out a pretest.
Origin: pre- + test
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