Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prefacio
noun
/prɛˈfæs ioʊ/
Definition
A preface is an introductory part of a book or other written work, typically explaining the author’s intentions, objectives, or background information.
Examples
- The preface of the novel offers insight into the author’s creative process.
- In her preface, the scholar discusses the historical context of the research.
- The preface to the study outlines the main objectives and goals.
Meaning
The section at the beginning of a book that introduces the text and provides the author’s perspective on the work.
Synonyms
- foreword
- introduction
- prologue