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prolegomenon

/prəˈlɛɡəmɪnɒn/ noun · British & US
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What does prolegomenon mean?

noun

A preliminary introduction or discussion of a subject, especially one that sets out the author's assumptions and methods. A preliminary or introductory part of a work.

Example

"The prolegomenon to the novel provided a rich background to the story."

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