preconference
- noun
- /ˌpriːˈkɒn.fə.rəns/
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preconferencia
- The preconference will include a variety of workshops to prepare participants for the main event.
- preconference workshops
Examples
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The conference dates are October 28-30, with a preconference on Assessment and Evaluation October 26-27.
Academic text (2013) -
Indeed, it is now common to see preconference workshops at national social work conferences led by staff at federal research institutes providing pointers on how to be a successful applicant.
Academic text (2011) -
As someone who participated in the Best of the Best preconference a few years ago, I can say that having that kind of list to work from is an incredibly rich resource.
Blog text (25) -
In addition, several preconference workshops are offered (limited attendance available) as well as special interest sessions during the conference.
Academic text (2007) -
In addition to teaching this course, Leonard will also present at the upcoming RUSA preconference.
Blog text (23) -
Submissions for the preconference should be made through the ISME website at http://www.isme.org/isme2014.
Academic text (2013) -
Applications are now being accepted for presentations at the International Society for Music Education (ISME) Preconference Seminar on Music in Special Education, Music Therapy, and Music Medicine.
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The ALCTS New Members Interest Group has held two chats on publishing, and I participated in part three of an ALCTS Virtual Preconference "Turn Your Idea into a Publication" in January.
Academic text (2015) -
In-service training sessions on these issues became more frequent at national music education conferences; for example, both MENC and the American String Teachers Association (ASTA) featured these issues in special preconference sessions at their meetings.
Academic text (2008) -
There are seven specialized preconference workshops offered on Wednesday, as well as the traditional Yearbook Luncheon (new time slot this year), International Luncheon, and ITEA Awards Luncheon.
Academic text (2008)
Synonyms
A meeting before the main convention to prepare for it
A short meeting before the main session to give information or help people prepare
How Preparatory
Surface Forms
Morphology
preconference = conference (transparent) = pre + conference
The noun transparently denotes an event or session held before the main conference.
Etymology
Preconference comes from pre- 'before' and conference 'a meeting', so as a noun it names a meeting held 'before the main conference' to plan, learn, or prepare, like a warm-up before the big event.