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Definition of preop

preop

/ˈpriː.ɑːp/
pre · op
Plural:preops
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• adjective

1

Relating to, occurring in, or performed during the period before a surgical operation.

Example

"The nurse reviewed the patient's preop checklist and vital signs before wheeling him toward the operating room."

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• noun

1

A medical examination, preparation, or hospital area dedicated to patients awaiting a surgical operation.

Example

"The anesthesiologist met with the family while the patient was waiting in preop."

2

A patient who is scheduled for or being prepared to undergo a surgical operation.

Example

"The surgical ward had three preops scheduled for routine procedures that morning."

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• Nearby Words

preoccupation
preoccupied
preoccupy
preop
preopening
preoperative
preordain

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Preop. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/preop
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