/pree"vyooh'/ , n.
1. an earlier or previous view.
2. an advance showing of a motion picture, play, etc., before its public opening.
3. an advance showing of brief scenes in a motion picture, television show, etc., for purposes of advertisement.
4. anything that gives an advance idea or impression of something to come.
v.t.
5. to view or show beforehand or in advance.
Also, prevue .
[ 1600-10; 1920-25 for def. 2; PRE- + VIEW ]