Pronunciation: /priːˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun a publication that is printed before the official release date
A1 The prepublication of the book generated a lot of buzz among readers.
A2 I found an interesting prepublication of a scientific paper online.
B1 Authors often send prepublication copies of their work to reviewers for feedback.
B2 The prepublication of the research findings sparked a debate in the scientific community.
C1 The prepublication embargo was lifted, allowing journalists to report on the study.
C2 The prepublication version of the novel was leaked online, causing a stir in the literary world.
adjective describing something that occurs or is done before the official publication date
A1 The prepublication version of the book is not yet available for purchase.
A2 The prepublication draft of the report needs to be reviewed by the team.
B1 Authors often send prepublication copies of their work to reviewers for feedback.
B2 The prepublication date for the magazine article has been pushed back due to editing delays.
C1 Scholars eagerly anticipate the prepublication of the groundbreaking research paper.
C2 The prepublication embargo on the scientific study will be lifted next week, allowing public access.
formal The prepublication process involves reviewing and editing the manuscript before it goes to print.
informal I'm excited to read the prepublication version of the book before it's officially released.
slang Have you seen the prepublication sneak peek of the new magazine issue?
figurative The prepublication stage is like laying the foundation for a building, ensuring everything is in place before construction begins.
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