qualifier
//ˈkwɒlɪfaɪə(r)//
Noun
qualifierSingular
qualifiersPlural
1
A word or phrase, especially an adjective or adverb, that modifies or limits the meaning of another word.
In the phrase 'very tall,' 'very' is a qualifier that modifies the adjective 'tall.'
2
A person or team that qualifies for a competition or the next stage of a competition.
The top eight qualifiers will advance to the final round.
3
A preliminary round or match in a competition that determines who advances to the main event.
She won the qualifier and advanced to the main tournament.
4
A statement or condition that limits or modifies something.
She accepted the offer with one qualifier: she needed flexible working hours.