prolegomena

Noun

Preliminary remarks or introductory essay, especially in a book or treatise.

ریشه

From Greek 'prolegomena' (things said beforehand), from 'pro-' (before) + 'legein' (to say).

مثال

• The prolegomena of the book provide a helpful overview of the subject.
• The prolegomena serve as an introduction to the main argument.
• The prolegomena outline the author's methodology.