adj
introductory
ihnt-ruh-DUHK-tuh-ree
adj
1
Serving as an introduction; giving a basic overview before the main content.
"The course starts with an introductory lecture on the basics."
"They offer an introductory discount for new customers."
How to Use Introductory
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMeant to introduce or ease someone into a topic; basic or preliminary.
Common pairings
introductory course
introductory offer
introductory chapter
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Etymology
From Late Latin intrōductōrius, from Latin intrōductus.