foreword — an introductory section at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an introductory section at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/
Example Sentences
- I always skip the foreword and jump straight to Chapter 1 because I'm too impatient.
- The celebrity's foreword was longer than some of the actual chapters!
- She felt honored when her professor asked her to write the foreword for his research book.
foreword
NOUN[/ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/]
an introductory section at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author
The author's foreword sets the tone before the story begins.
Writing the foreword, words march forward, though some drift wayward!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English, combining 'fore' (meaning before or in front) and 'word' (meaning speech or statement). It literally means 'words that come before' the main text.
Breakdown
fore- (before, in front) + word (speech, statement)
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📝Examples
“I always skip the foreword and jump straight to Chapter 1 because I'm too impatient.”
“The celebrity's foreword was longer than some of the actual chapters!”
“She felt honored when her professor asked her to write the foreword for his research book.”
“The foreword explained why this cookbook was different from all the others on the market.”
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