preface
noun
/priˈfeːs/
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/ˈpɹɛfəs/
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/ˈpɹɛfɪs/
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- A beginning or introductory portion that comes before the main text of a document or book, typically serving to contextualize or explain the writing of the book and sometimes to acknowledge others' contributions; especially, such a discussion written by the work's own author.
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prefazione,
introduzione,
proemio
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- (Christianity) A variable prayer forming the prelude or introduction to the Eucharistic Prayer or canon of the Mass, following the Sursum corda dialogue and leading into the Sanctus.
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prefazio
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