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Etymology

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pre- +‎ inspection

Adjective

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preinspection (not comparable)

  1. Before inspection.

Noun

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preinspection (plural preinspections)

  1. A preliminary inspection.
    • 2005, James T. Tweedy, Healthcare Hazard Control and Safety Management, page 265:
      The operator should perform daily preinspections before use and report any safety defects such as hydraulic fluid leaks, defective brakes, defective steering, missing face plate, horn that does not work, or missing fire extinguisher.