"Pre-op" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Before an operation; refers to the procedures and examinations that take place before a surgical operation.
Before the official opening of the stock market, typically the time period from 8-9:30am when orders are placed and transactions take place via electronic platforms, brokers, and other pre-market trading systems.
Referring to a woman who is not yet experiencing menopause, but is getting closer to it. Menopause typically occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, and is characterized by a decrease in estrogen levels, leading to cessation of menstrual cycles.
Pre-menopause refers to the period of a woman's life leading up to menopause, during which her ovaries gradually decrease estrogen production, leading to a range of physical and emotional symptoms. This phase is characterized by a natural decline in hormone levels, especially estrogen, which can cause changes in menstrual cycles, hot flashes, mood swings, and other symptoms. It typically occurs 2-10 years before menopause and is also known as the perimenopause phase.
Referring to the generation that was born before the year 2000, in particular, the post-baby boom generation. They are often characterized as being conservative, patriotic, and traditional.
"Pre-pay" means to pay for something before it is used or before the service is provided. It is a form of payment where the customer pays in advance for a product or service, either partially or in full, before the goods or services are received.
To think or make a plan for something before it happens, especially in order to be prepared or to avoid a problem.
Pre-proportioned refers to something that is divided or measured into equal parts or proportions in advance, often before a particular event, process, or situation occurs.