preem1
/priːm/Weaving. Now historical and rare
noun
A type of comb used for loosening or freeing yarn.
Origin
Early 17th century. Probably a variant of preen.
preem2
/priːm/informal (originally and chiefly US )
noun
A première; a first showing or performance, especially of a film.
Origin
1930s; earliest use found in Daily Variety. Shortened from première.
preem3
/priːm/US informal
verb
[with object] And without object = première.
Origin
1930s; earliest use found in Daily Variety. Either from preem or shortened from première.