introductory
adjective
in·tro·duc·to·ry
ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē 
: of, relating to, or being a first step that sets something going or in proper perspective
an introductory course in calculus
Examples of introductory in a Sentence
I'd like to make a few introductory remarks before we start the program.
a class in introductory physics
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Kaziha would stock the mosque’s store with books, always anticipating the community’s needs, finding introductory prayer books and Spanish translations for the mosque’s growing Latino population.
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
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—Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Prepaid carriers already offer great introductory rates, but adding a double-digit discount makes this an unbeatable trial window for anyone testing out a new network.
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Enjoy a $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $150.
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
The first phase, known as the introductory casino, includes 1,350 slot machines, 36 electronic table games, 22 traditional table games, a 68-seat restaurant, an 18-seat bar, sports betting kiosks and a player rewards desk.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Prepaid carriers already offer great introductory rates, but adding a double-digit discount makes this an unbeatable trial window for anyone testing out a new network.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 19 May 2026
Enjoy a $0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $150.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 19 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for introductory
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introductory. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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