To give a preface to.
To introduce or make a comment before (the main point).
An introduction, or series of preliminary remarks.
A title or epithet.
The beginning or introductory portion that comes before the main text of a document or book.
The prelude or introduction to the canon of the Mass.
To precede; to act as a forerunner or herald.
To lead or guide somewhere.
To accompany or escort (someone).
To guide people to their seats.
A male escort at a wedding.
A doorkeeper in a courtroom.
A person, in a church, cinema etc., who escorts people to their seats.