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Precondition

usgb/ˌpriːkənˈdɪʃn/Volume
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Conditional Necessity

The term implies that something else cannot start or happen unless the 'precondition' is met first.

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Having a valid passport is a precondition for international travel.
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Often Formal

Commonly used in formal contexts such as contracts, rules, and technical plans.

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The contract states the preconditions for the sale of the property.
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Implicit Hierarchy

It indicates a hierarchy of actions or events where the precondition is a fundamental first step.

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Worker training is a precondition for the factory opening.
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