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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Register now and use coupon code EARLYBIRD for an introductory discount of 20% off.
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Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
Early in Harden’s introductory game with the Cleveland Cavaliers, his new center jogged to the right side of the court to set a screen for him.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
The introductory class covers the fundamentals of branding, including how to clearly define a company’s mission to consumers, how to identify the target audience and how to develop a consistent brand voice.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
New Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur was noncommittal on Murray’s future during his introductory press conference last week.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
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Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
Early in Harden’s introductory game with the Cleveland Cavaliers, his new center jogged to the right side of the court to set a screen for him.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
The introductory class covers the fundamentals of branding, including how to clearly define a company’s mission to consumers, how to identify the target audience and how to develop a consistent brand voice.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
New Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur was noncommittal on Murray’s future during his introductory press conference last week.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Introductory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introductory. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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