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prefatory

/ˈprɛfətɔri/ adjective · British & US
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What does prefatory mean?

adjective

Serving as an introduction or preface; introductory. Used to describe something that serves as a preliminary or introductory part.

Example

"The prefatory remarks set the tone for the rest of the speech."

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