proem

Definition

An introduction, preface or preamble.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English proheme, from Old French proheme, from Latin prooemium, from Ancient Greek προοίμιον (prooímion).

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonyms: foretale, prologue; see also Thesaurus:foreword"
• "Thus much may serve by way of proem; / Proceed we therefore to our poem."
• "The natural coherence and connection of the proem with the account of our Saviour's ministry, lead us to adopt this explication, which is pertinent and consistent."