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# pre-loved

adjective (pre-loved)

«pre-loved» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, everyday) second-hand; used before by someone else.

### In the lessons

Charity shops, online sellers and adverts use it to make used goods sound loved and good, not old and worn. Everyday and commercial register, mainly UK, Australia, New Zealand.

### Examples

- I bought a pre-loved bike from a neighbour.
- The shop sells pre-loved clothes.
- Pre-loved toys are cheaper and better for the planet.
- «Pre-loved» just means used.
- My school uniform is pre-loved from my brother.
- She sells pre-loved books online.

### Note

It sounds warm, but the item may be worn. Plain words: second-hand, used.