Meaning of the word prologue in English

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prologue

US /ˈproʊ.lɑːɡ/

UK /ˈproʊ.lɑːɡ/

a separate introductory section of a literary or musical work

Example:

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The novel begins with a captivating prologue that sets the scene.

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The play's prologue introduced the main characters and the central conflict.

Synonym:

preface introduction foreword prelude opening

Synonym:

epilogue afterword

an event or action that leads to another event or situation

Example:

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The small skirmish was a prologue to the full-scale war.

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His early struggles were a prologue to his later success.

Synonym:

prelude foretaste beginning opening start

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