1. a condition that must exist or be established before something else can happen or be done

1. to put into a proper or desired condition beforehand

Examples

• A college degree is a precondition for this job.
• Trust is a precondition for any successful relationship.
• The treaty established several preconditions for peace.
• Economic stability is a precondition for foreign investment.
• The coach preconditioned the team with intensive training.
• We need to precondition the surface before painting.
• The agreement preconditioned any negotiations on a ceasefire.