1. the act or process of handling something before the main or final handling stage
Usage: technical; often used in manufacturing, logistics, or data processing contexts

1. to handle or process something in advance or as a preparatory step
Usage: technical; often used in manufacturing, logistics, or data processing contexts

Examples

• Prehandling of raw materials reduces contamination in the final product.
• The warehouse staff performs prehandling to sort packages by destination.
• Data prehandling involves cleaning and organizing information before analysis.
• We prehandle delicate items with extra care to prevent damage during shipping.
• Prehandling procedures must be completed before the items enter the main production line.