prelude
nounDivide prelude into syllables:
pre · lude
How to pronounce prelude:
Definition of prelude:
- prelude (noun):
- an event introducing or preceding the main event
- something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows.
- an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
Synonyms for prelude:
preliminarywarm-uppreparationintroductionpreamblestartoverturebeginninginceptionprologueShow 2 more
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