preview Meaning & Definition
What Does Preview Mean?
Preview is used as a noun meaning An experience of something in advance. It is also used to mean An advance showing of a film, exhibition etc. As a verb, it means To show or watch something, or part of it, before it is complete.
Preview at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈpɹiːvjuː/ |
| Synonyms | prevue, forelook and foreview |
| Plural | previews |
| Verb forms | previews, previewing, previewed |
Preview Definition (Noun)
- An experience of something in advance.
- An advance showing of a film, exhibition etc.
- A short collection of clips edited together to advertise a film, television show, etc.; a trailer.
- The act of seeing something in advance.
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- A facility for viewing and checking a document or photo, or changes to it, before saving or printing it.
Preview as a Verb
- To show or watch something, or part of it, before it is complete.
- To show something in advance, a facility for viewing and checking a document or photo, or changes to it, before saving or printing it.
Noun
- Something seen in advance.
- A facility for seeing and checking a document, or changes to it, before saving and/or printing it.
Synonyms of Preview
Preview synonyms and antonyms →Preview in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
preview (plural previews)
preview (third-person singular simple present previews, present participle previewing, simple past and past participle previewed)
Words That Rhyme With Preview
Origin of Preview
From pre- + view; compare Old French preveü, past participle of preveoir (“to foresee”).
Common Questions About Preview
Is preview a noun or a verb?
Preview is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for preview?
Close synonyms of preview are prevue, forelook and foreview. See the full list of preview synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of preview?
The plural of preview is previews.
What is the past tense of preview?
The past tense of preview is previewed. The present participle is previewing.