Preselect

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹiˈsəɫɛkt/

Preselect (verb)

  1. To choose someone or something before the final decision, so the next step uses only those chosen.
  2. To set a limited set of choices in advance, usually for a test, study, or selection process.
  3. To automatically select items that match set conditions before further checking or processing.

Examples

  • I preselect the best candidate before the interview.
  • She preselects the books she wants to read.