Preamble



GRE Barron

解释

GRE 红宝书

• n. 前言, 序言;开端, 先兆
• ［英］ n. 前言, 序言 ( the introductory part of a constitution or statute)
• ［记］ pre ( 前) +amble ( 跑) -> 跑在前面 -> 前言

Webster Collegiate

noun

• Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French preambule, from Medieval Latin preambulum, from Late Latin, neuter of praeambulus walking in front of, from Latin prae- + ambulare to walk
• Date: 14th century
• 1. an introductory statement; especially the introductory part of a constitution or statute that usually states the reasons for and intent of the law
• 2. an introductory fact or circumstance; especially one indicating what is to follow

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