Preliminarily vs. Preliminary

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Difference Between Preliminarily and Preliminary
Preliminarilyadverb
In a preliminary manner.
Preliminaryadjective
In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.
These are just the preliminary results.Preliminarynoun
A preparation for a main matter; an introduction
Preliminarynoun
Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
Preliminarynoun
A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
Preliminarynoun
a minor match preceding the main event
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Preliminarynoun
something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows;
training is a necessary preliminary to employmentdrinks were the overture to dinnerPreliminaryadjective
designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding;
a preliminary investigation