intro

1 of 2

noun

in·​tro ˈin-(ˌ)trō 

plural intros

: introduction

intro-

2 of 2

prefix

1

: in : into

introjection

2

: inward : within

introvert

compare extro-

Synonyms of intro

Noun

• introduction
• preface
• foreword

Examples of intro in a Sentence

Noun

in her intro the author offers rather precise definitions of some of the key words that she will be using throughout her book

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

If a balance remains after the intro period ends, interest generally begins accruing on the remaining amount going forward. — Dawn Papandrea, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Except for Josh’s intro, which references him directing Heart Eyes. — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 28 July 2026

But this is a fun, funny video that is also a helpful and approachable intro to the Linux world. — David Pierce, The Verge, 25 July 2026

Balance transfers made within 120 days from account opening qualify for the intro rate; the balance transfer fee is 5% with a $5 minimum. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 24 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Prefix

Latin, from intro inside, to the inside, from Old Latin *interus, adjective, inward

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1899, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

intro-

prefix

in·​tro-

ˌin-trə, 

ˌin-(ˌ)trō

1

: in : into

introduce

2

: inward

introvert

Etymology

Prefix

derived from Latin intro "inside"