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pre-law

n
1. (Education)
a. an undergraduate course taken before studying at law school
b. (as modifier): pre-law students.
2. (Education) (as modifier): pre-law students.
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pre-law

(priˈlɔ)
adj.
1. of, pertaining to, or engaged in studies in preparation for the formal study of law.
n.
2. a program of pre-law study or training.
3. a student enrolled in such a program.
[1955–60]
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