PREGAME

Etymology

Noun

pregame (plural pregames)

A social gathering of several friends who get together to drink before going out to a party or a sports game. The goal of pre-gaming is to "get a buzz" before going out for the night.

A television show preceding a sports game wherein commentators discuss that game.

Adjective

pregame (not comparable)

Taking place before, or in preparation for, a sporting event.

Verb

pregame (third-person singular simple present pregames, present participle pregaming, simple past and past participle pregamed)

(slang) To consume alcohol prior to an event.

Source: Wiktionary