preprandial Definition
occurring or done before dinner or lunch.
Using preprandial: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "preprandial" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The doctor recommended taking the medication on a preprandial basis.
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A preprandial drink can help stimulate the appetite.
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The preprandial prayer was recited before the meal.
preprandial Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for preprandial
- before-meal
- premeal
- antelucan
Origins of preprandial
from Latin 'prandium', meaning 'lunch'
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Summary: preprandial in Brief
'Preprandial' [pree-pran-dee-uhl] is an adjective that describes something occurring or done before dinner or lunch. It is often used in medical contexts, such as 'The doctor recommended taking the medication on a preprandial basis.' It can also refer to a pre-meal drink or prayer.
