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

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

As Solis mentions in the intro, look for soft tones with relaxed and comfortable materials. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026

In that sense, the intro is the accomplishment—a literal one in a million. — Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 16 July 2026

The reality star, 32, will spend the rest of this work week filming the intro to the Hulu hit’s fifth season, insiders told TMZ. — Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 9 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"