Definition of "prequalify" []

• To qualify or be qualified in advance (adjective)

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• "Furthermore, while you're standing there in the line, contemplating the fine construction work of the store, store staff will "prequalify" you to purchase the phone (which we presume involves doing all the sorts of administrative details that you'd otherwise need to do at the counter: credit check, paperwork, blood test, etc.)."
• ""prequalify" you to see how much funds will be available for your project."
• "The MTA's Nelson Nygaard study recommended the city formally prequalify credit-card processors to be used in the industry to find the lowest rates and minimize the costs for drivers."