preface
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/ˈprefəs/
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/ˈprefəs/
an introduction at the start of a book that explains the author's purpose
The author explains her goals in the preface to the book.
作者在书的序言中解释了她的目标。
to add an introduction to a book or writing
She wrote a preface to introduce her new novel.
她写了一篇序言来介绍她的新小说。
to say something before speaking or answering
He began with a preface before answering the question.
他在回答问题前先说了一段开场白。