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introduction

n. C / U
A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˌɪntɹəˈdəkʃən// UK //ˌɪntɹədˈʌkʃən// in·tro·duc·tion General-service

n. the first part of a book, speech, or piece of music that tells you what to expect. It is also the act of telling two people each other's names for the first time.

n. the preliminary section of a written work or speech that sets the stage for the main body; also the formal presentation of one person to another.


SIMPLE

The book's introduction explains why the author wrote it.

CONTEXTUAL

After a brief introduction by the host, the guest speaker began her presentation on climate change.

COMPLEX

The author uses the introduction to establish the historical context of the narrative, ensuring readers understand the social pressures facing the characters before the first chapter begins.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English introduccioun, introduccyon, borrowed from Old French introduction, itself a borrowing from Latin intrōdūctiōnem, accusative of Latin intrōdūctiō, from intrōdūcō. By surface analysis, intro- + Latin dūctiō or introduce + -tion.

Usage

Countable when referring to a specific section of a book or a social meeting; uncountable when referring to the general process of bringing something into use.

Pitfall

I made an introduction of my friend to my boss.I introduced my friend to my boss.Learners often use the noun 'introduction' with 'make' when the verb 'introduce' is more natural for social situations.

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