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preamble

noun

/ˈpriːˌæmbəl/

Meaning

a preliminary statement, especially the introduction to a formal document

The preamble of the constitution outlines its guiding principles.

introduction, prologue, foreword, preface, opening

conclusion, ending, epilogue

preamble to the constitution, legal preamble, preamble statement, preamble section

a long, complicated, and confusing process or story

The condition or process of degrading or being degraded.

the ability to endure an unpleasant or difficult process without giving way

a strong belief that something will happen or be the case

Comic or irregular verse, often poorly constructed and lacking in artistic quality.

Careful examination or observation of something deeply