The term 'Main Event Preceder' can be broken down into two words: 'Main Event' and 'Preceder'. The term refers to an event that takes place before the main event. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'OPENER' (6 letters) and 'PRELIM' (6 letters). An OPENER is an event that takes place before the main event, usually to introduce the main event or to set the tone for it. A PRELIM is a preliminary event, which is an event that takes place before the main event and is used to determine who will compete in the main event. Both openers and prelims are important components of any main event and are necessary for the success of the main event.