Definition of preclear
transitive verb
:to give prior approval or permission to or for (something or someone) : to clear (something or someone) in advance
- preclear goods for import
- The ability to preclear passengers would make an expansion to year-round service more feasible, said Porter Air President Bob Deluce.
- —Associated Press
- Under the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, jurisdictions with a history of racial discrimination … must "preclear" with the Justice Department any changes that may affect minority power at the polls.
- —John Gibeaut
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