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introduction Definition

in·tro·duc·tion (-duk′s̸hən)

noun

  1. an introducing or being introduced
  2. anything introduced, or brought into use, knowledge, or fashion
  3. anything that introduces, or prepares the way for; specif.,
    1. the preliminary section of a book, often having material considered essential to an understanding of the main text
    2. the preliminary part of a speech, treatise, etc.
    3. an opening section of a musical composition
    4. a preliminary guide or text
  4. the formal presentation of one person to another, to an audience, to society, etc.

Etymology: ME introduccion < MFr introduction < L introductio

introduction Synonyms

introduction

n.

  1. The act of bringing in

    admittance, initiation, inception, installation, influx, ingress, institution, induction, inauguration, launching, debut; see also entrance 1.

  2. The act of making strangers acquainted

    presentation, debut, meeting, formal acquaintance, preliminary encounter.

  3. Introductory knowledge

    initiation, first acquaintance, elementary statement, first contact, start, awakening, enlightenment, first taste, baptism, preliminary training, basic principles; see also initiation 1.

  4. An introductory explanation

    preface, foreword, preamble, prologue, prefatory note, prelude, overture, intro*, opening, proem, prolegomena, dedication.

  5. A work supplying introductory knowledge

    primer, basic text, beginner's book, elements, foundation, manual, handbook, first book, grammar, survey, essentials; see also book 1, text 1.

introduction, in strict usage, refers to the preliminary section of a book, etc. that explains and leads into the subject proper; preface refers to a statement preliminary to a book, written by the author or editor and explaining the purpose, plan, or preparation of the work; the preface may also include acknowledgments for help or for permissions granted for use of previously published material; foreword is a brief preface written by someone other than the author; preamble refers to a formal, but usually brief, introduction to a constitution, treaty, etc.; prologue applies to the preliminary section as of a play or poem, serving as an introduction and, in the play, frequently spoken by one of the characters

introduction Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • euro: Measured in these terms the introduction of the euro represents an opportunity for London rather than a threat.
  • wage: At the aggregate level, we could not detect an impact on the RPI from the introduction of the minimum wage.
  • legislation: This report summarizes the key issues arising from the introduction of new legislation in respect of hunting rights.
  • fee: The cost of routine membership activities should be collected through the introduction of separate annual membership fees for writers and publishers.
  • hip: Read more... The Sash Windows Doctors Capitalize on the introduction of HIPS and earn a 6-figure income by providing a much needed service.
  • technology: All of these modulate the introduction of new technologies, either directly or by altering the climate for innovation.

Converse of object

  • provide: The author provides an introduction to building methods from ancient times to the present day.
  • announce: Click here to view the Chief Medical Officer letter announcing the introduction of the new vaccines.
  • follow: Part 1 - the British fleet, following an introduction, contains 6 chapters examining the career of every vessel.
  • include: Includes a great introduction to playing style, rhythm and conventions.
  • propose: A previous draft proposed the introduction of risk assessment and action obligations on employers at EU level.
  • facilitate: It does introduce the possibility of high descant and variation parts, and facilitates the introduction of tunes with a wide range.

Preposition: for

  • newcomer: Despite any cavils this is a good popular introduction for newcomers who want to know about the history and current beliefs of ley hunters.

Adjective modifier

  • brief: There is a brief introduction to The Logic of Document Style.
  • gentle: A gentle introduction to music, using traditional and modern songs and games.
  • comprehensive: This course relates to the following Learning Tree courses: 367, Hands-On Introduction to TCP/IP provides a comprehensive technical introduction to TCP/IP.
  • thorough: This module is a thorough introduction to the preparation and shooting of material on DV.
  • excellent: With educator notes included, this is an excellent introduction to an original American art form.
  • general: Research Methodologies You will be given a general introduction to research methods.

Noun used with modifier

  • content: Contents Introduction Design of the study Methods Participants Materials Results and discussion The incidence of fear in prisons Are prisoners and officers afraid?
introduction Quotes

There are two things which I am confident I can do very well: one is an introduction to a literary work, stating what it is to contain, and how it should be executed in the most perfect manner; the other is a conclusion, shewing from various causes why the execution has not been equal to what the author promised to himself and to the public.

—Johnson, Samuel known as Dr Johnson