prolusion

• Nom désignant un passage textuel préliminaire ou introductif, par exemple un court essai placé avant le texte principal d'un livre, ou un exercice préparatoire ou un échauffement avant une activité plus intense.

A noun referring to a preliminary or introductory piece of writing, such as a short essay before the main text of a book, or a preparatory exercise or warm-up before a more strenuous activity.

1. Introductory essayC2formal

   A brief written piece that serves as an introduction to a longer work, such as a book or academic paper.

   Essai introductif

   • The author wrote a prolusion to explain the context of the novel.
   • The prolusion of the thesis outlined the main research questions.
   • Scholars often include a prolusion to guide readers through complex topics.

   Synonymesexordiumforewordintroductionpreambleprefacepreludeprologue

2. Preliminary exerciseC2formal

   Physical or mental activity performed in preparation for more strenuous or demanding tasks.

   Exercice préliminaire

   • The athletes engaged in a prolusion before the marathon.
   • Light stretching serves as a good prolusion for intense workouts.
   • The pianist's prolusion included scales and arpeggios.

   Synonymesdrilldry runpracticepreparationrehearsaltesttrialwarm up