The meaning of PREVIEW is to see beforehand; specifically : to view or to show in advance of public presentation. How to use preview in a sentence.

PREVIEW definition: 1. an opportunity to see something such as a film or a collection of works of art before it is…. Learn more.

A preview is an opportunity to see something such as a film, exhibition, or invention before it is open or available to the public.

PREVIEW meaning: 1 : a special show or performance that allows some people to see a movie, play, etc., before it is shown to the public; 2 : a selected group of scenes that are shown to advertise a …

Preview (subscription service), in the United States 1980–1986 Test screening, a showing of a film or TV show before general release in order to gauge audience reaction Film screening, a special showing …

preview the showing of a movie, play, etc. prior to its public opening; to see or show in advance: They always show previews before the movie.

Dec 15, 2025 · preview (third-person singular simple present previews, present participle previewing, simple past and past participle previewed) (transitive) To show or watch something, or part of it, …