introductory

adjective in·tro·duc·to·ry \ ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rē \

Updated on: 15 Apr 2018

Definition of introductory

: of, relating to, or being a first step that sets something going or in proper perspective

an introductory course in calculus

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introductorily

play \ˌin-trə-ˈdək-t(ə-)rə-lē\ adverb

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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

Recent Examples of introductory from the Web

Here are five singers worth finding, and an introductory sketch of each karaoke place, for the uninitiated.

— claudette bakhtiar, charlotteobserver, "Are these the five best karaoke singers in Charlotte? | Charlotte Observer," 3 Apr. 2018
After an entry gallery where an introductory short subject on pharaonic Egypt is projected onto a 180-degree screen, gold-colored doors open automatically (think crowd control), allowing entry into the first of nine galleries.

— christopher knight, latimes.com, "How good is the King Tut exhibition? An art critic weighs in," 29 Mar. 2018
But about 18 months ago, she was lured by a introductory offer from WeWork, which was then recruiting members for its first Miami location.

— rob wile, miamiherald, "Fast internet and free beer: Miami is now America’s No. 1 city for co-working | Miami Herald," 19 Feb. 2018
The new introductory video features four of the show's cast members -- Dylan Minnette, Katherine Langford, Justin Prentice and Alisha Boe - speaking to viewers as themselves, not their characters.

— allyson chiu, chicagotribune.com, "Netflix's '13 Reasons Why' adds new warning video: 'This series may not be right for you'," 23 Mar. 2018
The atmosphere exploded as the stage went dark and the introductory music began blaring along with the visuals projected on the huge screen.

— billboard japan, Billboard, "Japanese Rockers GLAY Joined Onstage in Taipei by Taiwanese Icons Mayday," 22 Mar. 2018
That doesn’t mean MTSU can’t make a good hire to replace Davis and keep the momentum rolling, but introductory seasons are typically challenging for any coach.

— gentry estes, The Courier-Journal, "Five reasons Western Kentucky basketball is trending up in the coming years," 22 Mar. 2018
That begins with a four-minute introductory film on a 180-degree screen meant to transport people to the Valley of the Kings, where Tut's tomb was discovered.

— deborah vankin, latimes.com, "King Tut exhibition comes to L.A., but it's not the same as you might remember," 21 Mar. 2018
Sitton said during his introductory conference call with local media.

— chris perkins, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Three new Dolphins, three interesting new personalities on offense," 16 Mar. 2018

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First Known Use of introductory

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introductory Synonyms

INTRODUCTORY Defined for English Language Learners

introductory

adjective

Definition of introductory for English Language Learners

: providing information about someone who is about to speak, perform, etc., or something that is about to begin
: providing basic information about a subject
: intended to attract customers when a new product, service, etc., is introduced