Preprandial

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /priːˈprændiəl/

Definitions of preprandial

noun a preprandial drink or snack

Example Sentences

A1 I don't know what 'preprandial' means.

A2 The doctor told me to measure my preprandial blood sugar levels.

B1 It is important to monitor preprandial glucose levels for diabetic patients.

B2 The preprandial period is the time before a meal when digestion begins.

C1 The preprandial phase is crucial for understanding the body's metabolic processes.

C2 Research on preprandial insulin secretion has advanced our knowledge of diabetes management.

adjective relating to the time before a meal

Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat a preprandial snack before dinner.

A2 She always prepares a preprandial drink to enjoy with her meal.

B1 The restaurant offers a preprandial menu for those who arrive early.

B2 The preprandial appetizers were a delicious start to the meal.

C1 The preprandial rituals of setting the table and lighting candles added to the dining experience.

C2 The sommelier recommended a preprandial wine pairing to complement the main course.

Examples of preprandial in a Sentence

formal It is recommended to monitor preprandial blood glucose levels before meals.

informal Don't forget to check your blood sugar before you eat.

slang Make sure to know your sugar levels before chowing down.

figurative Just like a chef tastes their dish before serving, it's important to check your blood sugar before eating.

Grammatical Forms of preprandial

past tense

preprandialed

plural

preprandials

comparative

more preprandial

superlative

most preprandial

present tense

preprandials

future tense

will preprandial

perfect tense

have preprandialed

continuous tense

is preprandialing

singular

preprandial

positive degree

preprandial

infinitive

to preprandial

gerund

preprandialing

participle

preprandialed

Origin and Evolution of preprandial

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'preprandial' originates from Latin.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that occurs before a meal, the word 'preprandial' has evolved to be commonly used in medical contexts to refer to activities or conditions before eating that may impact digestion or health.