A short preliminary statement or remark, especially an explanatory introduction to a formal document or statute.
A syncword.
To speak or write a preamble; to provide a preliminary statement or set of remarks.
A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.
Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists
A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing
In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.