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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

prolog

/ˈproʊlɒɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does prolog mean?

noun

A prolog is a preliminary section or introduction to a work, especially a play or a book. It is a preface or preamble that sets the scene or provides background information.

Example

"The prolog to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet sets the scene for the tragic love story that unfolds."

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