preamble

A preamble is an introduction or an introductory statement in a document which states the reasons for the rest of the document. (noun)

An example of preamble is the beginning of the Constitution.

See preamble in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

an introduction, esp. one to a constitution, statute, etc., stating the reasons for it and its purpose
an introductory fact, event, etc.; preliminary

See preamble in American Heritage Dictionary 4

(prēˈămˌbəl, prē-ămˈ-)

noun

A preliminary statement, especially the introduction to a formal document that serves to explain its purpose.
An introductory occurrence or fact; a preliminary.

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