prequel
|pre-quel|
B2
/ˈpriːkwəl/
story before
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prequel' originates from English, specifically the combination of 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'sequel' meaning 'a continuation'.
Historical Evolution
'prequel' was coined in the 20th century as a blend of 'pre-' and 'sequel', and it has become a common term in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a work set before an existing work', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/05 14:02