noun Uncommon

prem

prehm

Prem (noun) means informal British shorthand for the Premier League, England's top football division. Example: “He never misses a Prem match on a Saturday afternoon.”

noun

Informal British shorthand for the Premier League, England's top football division.

"He never misses a Prem match on a Saturday afternoon."

Informal medical shorthand for a baby born prematurely.

"The nurse said the prem was doing well and gaining weight steadily."

How to use prem

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCasual shorthand — either for the Premier League in football talk, or for a premature baby in hospital talk. Context makes clear which is meant.

When to use it

Informal in both senses; not used in formal writing.

Common pairings

watch the prem a prem baby

Word forms

prems plural, prems plural, prems plural

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Etymology

From Premier League.

Rhymes for prem

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prem” mean?

The word “prem” means informal British shorthand for the Premier League, England's top football division. In plain terms, casual shorthand — either for the Premier League in football talk, or for a premature baby in hospital talk. Context makes clear which is meant.

How do you pronounce “prem”?

“Prem” is pronounced prehm (/pɹɛm/ in IPA).

How do you use “prem” in a sentence?

Here is “prem” used in a sentence: “He never misses a Prem match on a Saturday afternoon.”

What part of speech is “prem”?

“Prem” is a noun.

Is “prem” a common word?

“Prem” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “prem” have?

“Prem” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal British shorthand for the Premier League, England's top football division.