Meaning of the word qualifying in English

What does qualifying mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

qualifying

US /ˈkwɑːlɪˌfaɪɪŋ/
UK /ˈkwɒlɪˌfaɪɪŋ/

Adjective

having the necessary qualities or fulfilling the necessary conditions

Example:
Only qualifying candidates will be invited for an interview.
You need to meet the qualifying criteria to enter the competition.

Noun

a competition or series of matches to determine which competitors will advance to the main event

Example:
The team won their qualifying match and advanced to the finals.
She finished first in the qualifying for the Olympic Games.