preface

Meanings

• noun

  An introduction or explanation preceding a speech, article, or other work.

  - "The preface of the book provides background information on the author and the motivation for writing."
  - "The speech began with a preface acknowledging the contributions of those who had supported the project."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɹɛfəs/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

forespeech , foretalk , foreword , introduction , proem , prologue , prelude

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Variants

List of all variants of preface that leads to same result
preface , prefaces , prefaced , prefacer , prefacers , prefacing

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'praefatius' meaning 'preliminary, prior, or before'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'preface' is sometimes used more broadly to refer to any introductory or explanatory material, such as the preface to a legal document or a preface to a speech.

2. In some cases, a preface may be signed by the author, in which case it is also known as a 'prefatory letter' or 'prefatory note'.

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Related Concepts

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1. prologue: A prologue is a similar introductory section, but it is typically found at the beginning of a work of fiction or drama, and it may be in the form of a spoken address or a narrative.

2. epilogue: An epilogue is a concluding section that often provides additional information or context, or offers a final reflection on the work.

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Culture

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In literature, a preface is often used to provide context, explain the purpose of the work, or offer an apology or justification for its content. It may also include acknowledgments, dedications, or other preliminary matter.

How to Memorize "preface"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a book with a preface as the introductory pages before the main content.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'preface' with the idea of an introduction or a setup.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P-R-E-F-A-C-E' to remember that it stands for 'Preceding, Reference, Explanation, Foreword, Acknowledgments, Context, and Epilogue'.

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