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

Noun

• exordium
• foreword
• introduction
• preamble
• preface
• prelude
• proem
• prologue
• prolog
• prolusion

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

On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the choices are tap and theater history, intro to a capella or props design. —Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 1 June 2025

Following a hilarious intro from the film’s stars – Daniel Craig, Mila Kunis, Kerry Washington, Jeremy Renner and more – viewers were treated to an exclusive sneak peek of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. —Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025

Earn unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases. 0% intro APR for 12 months from account opening on purchases and qualifying balance transfers. —Ryley Amond, CNBC, 29 May 2025

Editor's Note: This recipe originated at Star Vue Theatre and was adapted by the Southern Living Test Kitchen; the recipe intro was written by Kimberly Holland. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 May 2025

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"