Prologue
['prəʊlɒg] or ['prolɔɡ]
Definition
(n.) The preface or introduction to a discourse, poem, or performance; as, the prologue of Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales;" esp., a discourse or poem spoken before a dramatic performance
(n.) One who delivers a prologue.
(v. t.) To introduce with a formal preface, or prologue.
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Synonyms and Synonymous
n. Introduction (to a play), preface.
Typist: Paul
Definition
n. a preface: the introductory verses before a play: (Shak.) the speaker of a prologue.—v.t. to introduce with a prologue or preface.—v.i. Prō′logise -uise to deliver a prologue.
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