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1. (n.) preamble
an introductory statement; preface.
2. preamble
the introductory part of a statute, deed, constitution, or other document, stating the intent of what follows.
3. preamble
a preliminary or introductory fact or circumstance.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME < ML praeambulum, n. use of neut. of LL praeambulus walking before. See pre -, amble)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (verb) preamble
a preliminary introduction to a statute or constitution (usually explaining its purpose)
2. (verb) preamble
make a preliminary introduction, usually to a formal document
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1. (noun) preamble
a introductory portion; an introduction or preface, as to a book, document, etc.; specifically, the introductory part of a statute, which states the reasons and intent of the law
2. preamble
to make a preamble to; to preface; to serve as a preamble
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