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Grammar : Adj
Spell : in-truh-duhk-tuh-ree
Phonetic Transcription : ˌɪn trəˈdʌk tə ri



Definition of introductory

Origin :
  • c.1600, from Late Latin introductorius, from introduct-, past participle stem of introducere "to lead in, bring in" (see introduction). Also used in English from c.1400 as a noun meaning "introductory treatise or textbook."
  • adj preliminary, first
Example sentences :
  • This was the introductory act to a drama where peace and war were blended.
  • Extract from : « King Philip » by John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot) Abbott
  • Is the "research" man the best teacher for the introductory courses?
  • Extract from : « College Teaching » by Paul Klapper
  • In a few places, elementary or introductory courses are open to freshmen.
  • Extract from : « College Teaching » by Paul Klapper
  • These problems relate particularly to the introductory courses.
  • Extract from : « College Teaching » by Paul Klapper
  • It is possible to over-emphasize the idea of thoroughness in the introductory courses.
  • Extract from : « College Teaching » by Paul Klapper
  • There is no teaching in this introductory course other than brief answers to questions.
  • Extract from : « Common Science » by Carleton W. Washburne
  • With some reluctance he consented, and his introductory oration has been preserved.
  • Extract from : « Great Astronomers » by R. S. Ball
  • On this, the gentleman gave me an introductory letter to him.
  • Extract from : « The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes » by Samuel Johnson
  • Only a few minutes should be spent on this introductory talk.
  • Extract from : « Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Household Management » by Ministry of Education
  • What then is it that St. John means to say in his introductory words?
  • Extract from : « Christianity As A Mystical Fact » by Rudolf Steiner

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