preface
Pronunciation:
/ˈpɹɛfəs/noun
Definitions
The beginning or introductory portion that comes before the main text of a document or book.
Example: The book included a brief preface by a leading expert in the field.
Synonyms:forespeechforetalkforewordintroductionproemprologueAn introduction, or series of preliminary remarks.
The prelude or introduction to the canon of the Mass.
Synonyms:preludeA title or epithet.
verb
Definitions
To introduce or make a comment before (the main point).
Example: Let me preface this by saying that I don't know him that well.
To give a preface to.
Example: to preface a book