precondition

Definition

A requirement or condition that must be established or satisfied before proceeding with an action, negotiation, or decision; the non-negotiables that come before the negotiation.

Example Usage

Securing board approval was a precondition for launching the acquisition process.

Source: Merriam-Webster via Free Dictionary API

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