prolegomenon

Noun

An introduction or preliminary discussion, especially in a scholarly work.

ریشه

From Greek 'prolegomenon' (that which is said beforehand), from 'pro-' (before) + 'legein' (to say).

مثال

• The prolegomenon sets the stage for the main argument of the book.
• The prolegomenon provides context for the reader.
• The prolegomenon explains the author's motivation for writing the book.