pregame

adjective

1. Pertaining to events that take place before, or in preparation for, a sporting event.

noun

1. 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.

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

verb

1. (slang) To consume alcohol prior to an event.