Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

introduction

noun
/ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
Definition
The action of bringing something into use for the first time.
Examples
  • The professor gave a brief introduction before the lecture began.
  • In her introduction, she outlined the main themes of her book.
  • After the introduction, the audience was eager to learn more about the topic.
Meaning
An introduction is a way to present a person or a topic to others, often providing some basic information at the outset.
Synonyms
  • foreword
  • preface
  • prologue
  • introduction