introductory
Coming at the start of something to introduce it.
Happening or placed at the beginning of something in order to introduce it.
Made for people who are new to a subject and need the basics.
Intended for people who are just beginning to learn about a subject, covering only the basic ideas.
- Base: introductory
introductory chapter
1first, explaining chapter
The first chapter in a book that gives the main ideas or background before the rest of the book.
- The introductory chapter explains the basic terms used in the book.
- You can skip the introductory chapter if you already know the subject well.
introductory course
1beginner-level course
A class that gives the first and most basic ideas about a subject to new learners.
- All first-year students must take an introductory course in academic writing.
- I signed up for an introductory course in statistics to prepare for my degree.
introductory offer
1special first-time deal
A special price or deal given when a product or service is new, usually for a short time.
- The streaming service has an introductory offer of three months for half price.
- We joined the gym during its introductory offer, so our membership is cheaper.
introductory price
1temporary starting price
A special price at the start of selling a product or service, often lower than the normal price.
- The software is available at an introductory price until the end of the month.
- After the introductory price ends, the monthly fee will increase.
introductory remarks
1opening speech at event
Short comments made at the start of a meeting, talk, or event to welcome people and explain what will happen.
- After the chairperson’s introductory remarks, the keynote speaker took the stage.
- Her introductory remarks thanked the sponsors and outlined the day’s program.