preproduction: Meaning and Definition of

pre•pro•duc•tion

Pronunciation: (prē"pru-duk'shun), [key]
— n.
  1. the steps necessary to prepare a film for production, as casting, choosing locations, and designing sets and costumes.
—adj.
  1. occurring before production.
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