Prologue
/prˈoʊlɑɡ/
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Definition
(noun) A speech or section used as an introduction, especially to a play or novel.
Sentence Examples
Victor's editor insisted that he cut out the prologue from his novel draft.
They say this novel is a classic, but I gave up at the prologue.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ to the play set the historical context and introduced the main themes of the drama.