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Noun

1. 1
   In a series of works, an installment that is set chronologically before its predecessor, especially the original narrative or (perhaps improper usage) any narrative work with at least one sequel.

   "'Prequels' are sequels that relate the story that preceded the original film."

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midquelpre-sequel

Antonyms

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sequel

Example

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"The newest Hunger Games book is actually a prequel."

Etymology

Patterned after sequel using pre- (“before”).

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