pre·tri·al 
(prē-trīəl, -trīl)
(prē-trīəl, -trīl)n.
A proceeding held before an official trial, especially to clarify points of law and facts.
adj.
1. Existing or occurring before a trial: pretrial detention; pretrial hearings.
2. Of or relating to a pretrial.
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