preambles
nounUK /ˈpriːæmblz/
US /ˈpriːæmbəlz/
Preambles are short introductions at the beginning of something.
The book has preambles before each chapter.
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2. The introductory part of a law or constitution that explains its purpose.
The preamble to the constitution states the goals of the government.
3. An introductory statement or event that comes before something else.
The meeting began with a few preambles about the agenda.
4. A preliminary or preparatory action.
The preambles of the negotiation set the tone for the talks.