Usually means: Preparation or festivities before main event.
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noun:  A social gathering of several friends who get together to drink before going out to a party or a sports game, in order to get a "buzz" before going out for the night.
noun:  A television show preceding a sports game wherein commentators discuss that game.
noun:  (figurative) A period of time before an important event.
adjective:  Taking place before, or in preparation for, a sporting event or other game.
verb:  (slang, intransitive) To consume alcohol prior to an event.

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