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precondition

DEFINITIONS OF: precondition

1

n a condition that is a prerequisite

Type of:
prerequisite, requirement
something that is required in advance

n an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else

Synonyms:
condition, stipulation
Types:
boundary condition
(mathematics) a condition specified for the solution to a set of differential equations
provision, proviso
a stipulated condition
Type of:
assumption, premise, premiss
a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn

n an assumption that is taken for granted

Synonyms:
given, presumption
Type of:
assumption, supposal, supposition
a hypothesis that is taken for granted

v put into the required condition beforehand

Type of:
fix, gear up, prepare, ready, set, set up
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
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