preamble

• Nom désignant une déclaration préliminaire ou introductive, notamment celle qui explique l'objet d'un document officiel tel qu'une loi ou une constitution.

A noun referring to a preliminary or introductory statement, especially one that explains the purpose of a formal document such as a statute or constitution.

1. B2formal

   A preliminary or introductory statement, especially in a formal document, that explains its purpose or background.

   préambule

   • The preamble to the constitution outlines the fundamental values of the nation.
   • The contract begins with a preamble that defines the parties involved.
   • The speaker gave a brief preamble before starting the main lecture.

   Synonymesexordiumforewordintroductionlead-inopeningprefacepreludeprologue

• Nom, et non verbe. Il désigne une déclaration ou une explication introductive, en particulier dans un document officiel ou un discours.

A noun, not a verb. It refers to an introductory statement or explanation, especially in a formal document or speech.

1. Introduce preliminarilyC1formal

   To make a preliminary statement or introduction, especially before a formal document or speech.

   présenter en préambule

   • The speaker preambled his lecture with a brief history of the topic.
   • The contract preambles the terms with a statement of intent.
   • She preambled her remarks by thanking the organizers.

   Synonymesintroduceprefaceprefixpreludeprologize