Definition of introduction in English:

introduction

noun ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃ(ə)nˌɪntrəˈdəkʃ(ə)n

1mass noun The action of introducing something.
issues arising from the introduction of new technology
the introduction of muskrats into central Europe
Example sentencesExamples
- On the whole, the above documents envisage development and large-scale introduction of advanced infocommunications technologies in Russia.
- With complex variations in clinical practice from hospital to hospital, the development and introduction of standards is now seen - both clinically and politically - as essential.
- So what accounts for this concept's introduction into Democratic councils?
- This revolution, based on the information age and the rapid introduction of new technology into all facets of human life, is changing the world into a global one.
- Aside from existing problems, there will need to be a focus on introduction of new technology, new processes or chemicals.
- This will provide a more equitable policy framework to allow the development and introduction of cost-effective technological change and innovation.
- He wanted university education to be more oriented towards the needs of the industry, as introduction of new technologies will ensure cost reduction and excellence.
- In the build-up to the directive's introduction, financial institutions will have detailed information to help those affected.
- Development and introduction of new diagnostic techniques have greatly accelerated over the past decades.
- The introduction of new technology is always disruptive to old markets, and particularly to those copyright owners whose works are sold through well-established distribution mechanisms.
- However the cost and technology makes widespread introduction a long way off.
- The introduction of reforms pursuant to this bill has been long awaited, and is absolutely necessary to help ensure that New Zealand's valuable dairy industry remains in good order.
- In no other country has the price impact arising from introduction of a broad-based consumption tax washed out of the economic system within twelve months.
- In terms of cost, virtually every provincial drug plan is under immense strain due to growing demand and the rapid introduction of new and costly prescription drugs.
- As with any new technology, introduction will be slow and the initial products costly.
- We have the opportunity to harness the potential of new science and technology for the good of all but there is understandable public unease about the rapid introduction of new technologies and their regulation.
- For vegetable and fruit growers IFA is demanding the immediate introduction of a targeted rescue package for producers.
- The introduction of technology at this stage will ensure that demand planning is capable of maintaining its emphasis on the process and overall focus on customer requirements.
- The introduction of the technology, which is prohibited in several countries, is likely to be opposed by privacy campaigners.
- Their demands include introduction of a new career structure and a pay increase.
Synonyms
institution, establishment, initiation, launch, inauguration, foundation, instigation
start, commencement, inception
development, origination, pioneering
1. 1.1count noun A thing newly brought into use or introduced to a place for the first time.
  despite the new introductions, many of the older species remain firm favourites
  Example sentencesExamples
  By and large, flavors continue to bring excitement to the dairy case as new product introductions exhibiting the latest flavor craze and consumer preference.
  Traditionally, the rate of growth of the firm has been linked to new product introductions, as it was believed that increased investment in innovation generally guaranteed more novel products.
  The introduction is likely to bring further co-ordination of economic policies in its wake - a prospect that alarms eurosceptics just as much as it pleases supporters of European integration.
  Nupen scrupulously avoids any mention of the controversies in his newly filmed introductions, which he speaks simply and eloquently to camera.
  The widespread acceptance of generic substitutability, together with the enhanced therapy provided by more recent introductions, have combined to drive down the price of new products.
2A formal presentation of one person to another, in which each is told the other's name.
he returned to his desk, leaving Michael to make the introductions
mass noun a letter of introduction
Example sentencesExamples
- Outside of formal introductions greetings are often vocal and are not accompanied by a handshake or kiss.
- First of all, let me just make the formal introductions.
- I've got one more stop to make, and then we can make formal introductions, okay?
- They can set up formal introductions, ensuring that members get the proper attention.
- Following the western cultural practice of ladies first, the entire session of formal introductions was completed in a blink of the eye.
- In such circumstances, you don't ask for a formal introduction.
- Don't feel embarrassed about forgetting someone's name while making introductions.
- After the formal introductions, Julie went on to talk about last year's projects for a long while, then we discussed ideas for this year for about half an hour.
- He chuckled, turning her so her back faced his chest, and leaned on her shoulder, comforted by her presence without bothering with introductions.
- Do you think that formal social introductions should be de rigueur?
- The kids didn't even make introductions; names were irrelevant to having fun.
- We were all very nervous but after the formal introduction, it was like talking to the lady next door.
- As for his name, I hardly think a formal introduction was necessary.
- ‘Not a problem,’ Marco said with a grin, obviously less formal now that the introductions were over.
- Jessica had been waiting in a corner while the dukes had gone through their formal introductions.
- There were no formal introductions to begin the meeting - and those who arrived not knowing the group already obviously didn't need to know.
- Sometimes I have to check my underpants just to remember my name when introductions are beings made.
- He went through introductions, the names of The Gang and almost a dozen or so individuals who were now a grade or two higher than us who had been friends with Garland in previous years.
- Kristin made formal introductions but Jen and Hannah recognized the girls as members of the ‘A’ varsity team.
- We never really made it to the last names part of the introductions.
Synonyms
presentation, formal presentation
meeting, audience, interview, encounter
3A thing preliminary to something else, especially an explanatory section at the beginning of a book, report, or speech.
your talk will need an introduction which states clearly what you are talking about and why
Example sentencesExamples
- In its introduction to this report, Guatemala noted the difficulty of assembling it, stressing that studies of this type are only a recent innovation.
- There's a good introduction to the book in this section of an overall rather pedestrian interview with the author.
- It also said there would be sufficient awareness of the issues to avoid any need for an explanatory introduction on the ballot paper.
- Perhaps fear of being held to account for theories that pronounce on the nature of value in our culture have made the convention of the disclaimer so frequent in the prefaces or introductions of How To books.
- The excerpt is of the very beginning of Cavell's introduction to the book.
- I've also written an explanatory introduction to the site.
- And the copious notes and introductions you'll find prefacing the first volume make a strong case for it.
- The different emphasis of this committee is immediately apparent in the title and was reiterated in the introduction of the report.
- The figures that the member for the Green Party refers to came out of a briefing - a brief introduction to a report that is under way on the value added by voluntary agencies.
- Each chapter begins with an explanatory introduction.
- Each volume has a brief introduction, plain text on the page, and sketchy notes and glosses at the end.
- The explanation given in the introduction to the original draft of the Bill is unsatisfactory.
- In the ‘about Neil’ section of the website is a bibliography; there are lots of introductions and articles listed.
- I was pleased to discover all was not lost when I saw the introduction at the beginning of the magazine itself.
- The book includes an introduction to the Report and an explanation of its significance to public health reform.
- The technique adopted in this volume is to bundle a series of essays arbitrarily culled from various publications with an explanatory introduction by the volume editor.
- The engravings were produced under his direction, while the introduction and explanatory text were written by Fortune Barthelemy de Felice.
- Featuring over 140 creative recipes and prefaced by witty introductions, the book offers an inspirational approach to cooking and eating seasonal food.
- As Jolly notes in her introduction and own chapter in the book, the binaries of tradition and modernity are often reinforced by strenuous defenses by advocates on both sides.
- On the subject of toiletries, hairbrushes and things, my dictionary says a ‘preface’ is an introduction to a book, usually explaining its intention or content.
Synonyms
foreword, preface, preamble, prologue, prelude, front matter, lead-in
opening, beginning, start, opening statement
informal intro, prelims, curtain-raiser
formal prolegomenon, proem, exordium, prolusion
1. 3.1 A preliminary section in a piece of music, often thematically different from the main section.
  his Fifth Symphony opens with an introduction featuring a solo tuba
  Example sentencesExamples
  The recurrence of the movement's introduction signals the sonata's final stages.
  Track six begins with a brief orchestral introduction, followed by the chorus singing the so-called ‘Panzerlied’.
  The trio brought elusive tension to the sometimes brooding slow introduction before the bright melody is introduced.
  It also contains brooding and atmospheric music in the introduction and some quite effective string writing in the latter half.
  I guess one could draw an equally strong analogy to the classical symphony's slow introduction before a first-movement allegro.
  This became especially noticeable during the brief orchestral introduction and the few symphonic transitions provided for set changes.
  It begins with a short, tentative introduction of Bohemian wistfulness before launching on a vigorous sonata-form Allegro con brio.
  This concerto has a rather long orchestral introduction, but she sat, patiently, waiting for her turn.
  The Seventh begins with a quicker tempo in the introduction as is becoming common these days.
  After a brief introduction, the music becomes a sensuous waltz, filled with regret.
  This basic introduction also excludes triads and arpeggios.
  Extended instrumental introductions and occasional solos for guitar, horn and trumpet add tasteful variety to the program.
  Some of the introductions to these arias are quite lengthy, which gives the players their own chance to shine.
  The orchestral introduction grips us by the scruff of the neck in the venom with which it makes hunting and stalking aurally incarnate.
  From the gentle questioning of the First Sonata's introduction to the insanely entertaining Follia variations at the end, this is a recording that will open ears and minds.
  The symphony begins with an introduction where ideas jostle against and interrupt one another.
  The short ‘coda’ completes the symmetry of the piece by reprising both the texture and added dominant seventh chord of the introduction.
  Unnecessary orchestral introductions taken from Richard Strauss and Rossini add little of value.
  In the final movement, after a brief and quiet introduction, the piano enters aggressively with a short phrase.
  After a short Spanish guitar introduction an electric guitar arpeggio repeats (the ‘surface’).
2. 3.2 A book or course of study intended to introduce a subject to a person.
  a good general introduction to the subject is A Social History of England
  Example sentencesExamples
  His book will be of great use as an introduction to witchcraft studies for undergraduates and for the general reader.
  It is intended also as an introduction to the study of Sanitary Science.
  The book is an accessible introduction to subject matter that is notable for its complexity - rocket science, in fact.
  Thus, while the book is a good introduction to the subject, it does have some limitations.
  Specialist programmes offer students an introduction to courses and careers in various subject areas.
  It also may be an engaging supplemental text for an undergraduate introduction to family studies course.
  This book is intended to serve both as an introduction to the study of globalization and as a more detailed statement of the transnational practices approach to globalization.
  For an introduction to the subject, and this study will obviously find its main market among students, it would have been better to maintain the course set in the earlier chapters.
  There are ten units in all, with an introduction on the history of the Christmas carol.
  Borchmeyer's book indeed provides an excellent introduction to Wagner's early works, including those never completed.
  This book is, in effect, a fascinating introduction to a vast subject.
  As an introduction to the subject, this is a useful book, provided the reader is aware that the sources cited are inadequate - too much must be accepted on faith.
  An anthology escapes this bane if it serves as an introduction to more extensive study of the subject.
  These books provide a superb introduction for the general reader or a traveller preparing for a visit.
  This guide is both a visually engaging and a clearly written introduction to reading the night sky with the naked eye, a telescope, or binoculars.
  Its rather curious title means that it was intended as an introduction to a study of the works of Plato, but this is rather fanciful.
  With all that said, the book will be for many readers a convenient introduction to a fascinating subject.
  It is generally an introduction to the subject.
  For those of you who haven't heard, the book is a graduate-level introduction to general relativity.
  I recommend this book as a concise introduction to a subject that is not only of lively current interest, but also has roots in the works of our great mathematical ancestors.
  Synonyms
  basic explanation of, brief account of, description of
  the basics, the rudiments, the fundamentals, the groundwork
3. 3.3in singular A person's first experience of a subject or thing.
  my introduction to drama was through an amateur dramatic society
  Example sentencesExamples
  She is generous in her comments about her own introduction to poetry.
  Their introduction to Australian ruminants proved to be successful… and the rest is history.
  His introduction to Test cricket in 1993 saw him savaged by the Australians and he looked like another devastating county bowler not tough enough for England.
  My introduction to swordplay was not going well.
  My introduction to the former Yugoslavia was thus entirely literary.
  His introduction to youth work came two years ago through an adventure holiday organised by local police.
  His introduction to the game was slow and frustrating.
  ‘My first introduction to music was to traditional Greek,’ he recalls.
  Having said that, the birth of this most memorable of patients would not have been such a remarkable experience if my introduction to obstetrics had been a little more conventional.
  The roots of this approach might be traced to his introduction to experimental film-making.
  Our introduction to the project was through storytelling.
  My introduction to his work as a composer was in the form of his Sonate Romantique for flute and piano.
  My introduction to the wonder of dogs came from my wife Robyn.
  My introduction to torment and bullying also began in primary school.
  My introduction to showbiz came through the boy scouts.
  My introduction to what would become one of my favorite pastimes - the gay getaway - happened almost by accident.
  Her introduction to sports took place when she was eight.
  Their introduction to the United States began as a tantalizing but inchoate suggestion of opportunity.
  My introduction to the Connemara way of life in the late 1960 s coincided with the last days of an older generation which had seen life under English rule and the emerging Irish Free State.
  Her introduction to serious gardening came at the age of five, when she helped her dad to turn a one-acre wilderness into a lush green lawn.
  Synonyms
  initiation, induction, baptism, inauguration, debut

Origin

Late Middle English: from Latin introductio(n-), from the verb introducere (see introduce).

Rhymes

abduction, conduction, construction, deduction, destruction, eduction, effluxion, induction, instruction, misconstruction, obstruction, production, reduction, ruction, seduction, suction, underproduction

Definition of introduction in US English:

introduction

nounˌintrəˈdəkSH(ə)nˌɪntrəˈdəkʃ(ə)n

1The action of introducing something.
issues arising from the introduction of new technology
the introduction of muskrats into central Europe
Example sentencesExamples
- The introduction of reforms pursuant to this bill has been long awaited, and is absolutely necessary to help ensure that New Zealand's valuable dairy industry remains in good order.
- However the cost and technology makes widespread introduction a long way off.
- In no other country has the price impact arising from introduction of a broad-based consumption tax washed out of the economic system within twelve months.
- The introduction of technology at this stage will ensure that demand planning is capable of maintaining its emphasis on the process and overall focus on customer requirements.
- He wanted university education to be more oriented towards the needs of the industry, as introduction of new technologies will ensure cost reduction and excellence.
- With complex variations in clinical practice from hospital to hospital, the development and introduction of standards is now seen - both clinically and politically - as essential.
- The introduction of new technology is always disruptive to old markets, and particularly to those copyright owners whose works are sold through well-established distribution mechanisms.
- We have the opportunity to harness the potential of new science and technology for the good of all but there is understandable public unease about the rapid introduction of new technologies and their regulation.
- The introduction of the technology, which is prohibited in several countries, is likely to be opposed by privacy campaigners.
- On the whole, the above documents envisage development and large-scale introduction of advanced infocommunications technologies in Russia.
- In terms of cost, virtually every provincial drug plan is under immense strain due to growing demand and the rapid introduction of new and costly prescription drugs.
- As with any new technology, introduction will be slow and the initial products costly.
- In the build-up to the directive's introduction, financial institutions will have detailed information to help those affected.
- This will provide a more equitable policy framework to allow the development and introduction of cost-effective technological change and innovation.
- For vegetable and fruit growers IFA is demanding the immediate introduction of a targeted rescue package for producers.
- Their demands include introduction of a new career structure and a pay increase.
- So what accounts for this concept's introduction into Democratic councils?
- Aside from existing problems, there will need to be a focus on introduction of new technology, new processes or chemicals.
- This revolution, based on the information age and the rapid introduction of new technology into all facets of human life, is changing the world into a global one.
- Development and introduction of new diagnostic techniques have greatly accelerated over the past decades.
Synonyms
institution, establishment, initiation, launch, inauguration, foundation, instigation
1. 1.1 A thing newly brought into use or introduced to a place for the first time.
  these grains are valuable introductions from Sweden
  Example sentencesExamples
  The widespread acceptance of generic substitutability, together with the enhanced therapy provided by more recent introductions, have combined to drive down the price of new products.
  Traditionally, the rate of growth of the firm has been linked to new product introductions, as it was believed that increased investment in innovation generally guaranteed more novel products.
  The introduction is likely to bring further co-ordination of economic policies in its wake - a prospect that alarms eurosceptics just as much as it pleases supporters of European integration.
  By and large, flavors continue to bring excitement to the dairy case as new product introductions exhibiting the latest flavor craze and consumer preference.
  Nupen scrupulously avoids any mention of the controversies in his newly filmed introductions, which he speaks simply and eloquently to camera.
2often introductionsA formal presentation of one person to another, in which each is told the other's name.
he returned to his desk, leaving Michael to make the introductions
a letter of introduction
Example sentencesExamples
- In such circumstances, you don't ask for a formal introduction.
- I've got one more stop to make, and then we can make formal introductions, okay?
- He chuckled, turning her so her back faced his chest, and leaned on her shoulder, comforted by her presence without bothering with introductions.
- They can set up formal introductions, ensuring that members get the proper attention.
- Don't feel embarrassed about forgetting someone's name while making introductions.
- Following the western cultural practice of ladies first, the entire session of formal introductions was completed in a blink of the eye.
- As for his name, I hardly think a formal introduction was necessary.
- Do you think that formal social introductions should be de rigueur?
- Outside of formal introductions greetings are often vocal and are not accompanied by a handshake or kiss.
- We never really made it to the last names part of the introductions.
- ‘Not a problem,’ Marco said with a grin, obviously less formal now that the introductions were over.
- After the formal introductions, Julie went on to talk about last year's projects for a long while, then we discussed ideas for this year for about half an hour.
- Sometimes I have to check my underpants just to remember my name when introductions are beings made.
- Kristin made formal introductions but Jen and Hannah recognized the girls as members of the ‘A’ varsity team.
- He went through introductions, the names of The Gang and almost a dozen or so individuals who were now a grade or two higher than us who had been friends with Garland in previous years.
- The kids didn't even make introductions; names were irrelevant to having fun.
- Jessica had been waiting in a corner while the dukes had gone through their formal introductions.
- First of all, let me just make the formal introductions.
- We were all very nervous but after the formal introduction, it was like talking to the lady next door.
- There were no formal introductions to begin the meeting - and those who arrived not knowing the group already obviously didn't need to know.
Synonyms
presentation, formal presentation
3A thing preliminary to something else, especially an explanatory section at the beginning of a book, report, or speech.
your talk will need an introduction that states clearly what you are talking about and why
Example sentencesExamples
- The excerpt is of the very beginning of Cavell's introduction to the book.
- Each chapter begins with an explanatory introduction.
- The figures that the member for the Green Party refers to came out of a briefing - a brief introduction to a report that is under way on the value added by voluntary agencies.
- Perhaps fear of being held to account for theories that pronounce on the nature of value in our culture have made the convention of the disclaimer so frequent in the prefaces or introductions of How To books.
- The technique adopted in this volume is to bundle a series of essays arbitrarily culled from various publications with an explanatory introduction by the volume editor.
- In the ‘about Neil’ section of the website is a bibliography; there are lots of introductions and articles listed.
- I was pleased to discover all was not lost when I saw the introduction at the beginning of the magazine itself.
- The book includes an introduction to the Report and an explanation of its significance to public health reform.
- It also said there would be sufficient awareness of the issues to avoid any need for an explanatory introduction on the ballot paper.
- There's a good introduction to the book in this section of an overall rather pedestrian interview with the author.
- The engravings were produced under his direction, while the introduction and explanatory text were written by Fortune Barthelemy de Felice.
- Featuring over 140 creative recipes and prefaced by witty introductions, the book offers an inspirational approach to cooking and eating seasonal food.
- I've also written an explanatory introduction to the site.
- In its introduction to this report, Guatemala noted the difficulty of assembling it, stressing that studies of this type are only a recent innovation.
- The explanation given in the introduction to the original draft of the Bill is unsatisfactory.
- Each volume has a brief introduction, plain text on the page, and sketchy notes and glosses at the end.
- As Jolly notes in her introduction and own chapter in the book, the binaries of tradition and modernity are often reinforced by strenuous defenses by advocates on both sides.
- On the subject of toiletries, hairbrushes and things, my dictionary says a ‘preface’ is an introduction to a book, usually explaining its intention or content.
- The different emphasis of this committee is immediately apparent in the title and was reiterated in the introduction of the report.
- And the copious notes and introductions you'll find prefacing the first volume make a strong case for it.
Synonyms
foreword, preface, preamble, prologue, prelude, front matter, lead-in
1. 3.1 A preliminary section in a piece of music, often thematically different from the main section.
  Example sentencesExamples
  Some of the introductions to these arias are quite lengthy, which gives the players their own chance to shine.
  This concerto has a rather long orchestral introduction, but she sat, patiently, waiting for her turn.
  Unnecessary orchestral introductions taken from Richard Strauss and Rossini add little of value.
  After a brief introduction, the music becomes a sensuous waltz, filled with regret.
  In the final movement, after a brief and quiet introduction, the piano enters aggressively with a short phrase.
  The short ‘coda’ completes the symmetry of the piece by reprising both the texture and added dominant seventh chord of the introduction.
  From the gentle questioning of the First Sonata's introduction to the insanely entertaining Follia variations at the end, this is a recording that will open ears and minds.
  The orchestral introduction grips us by the scruff of the neck in the venom with which it makes hunting and stalking aurally incarnate.
  This became especially noticeable during the brief orchestral introduction and the few symphonic transitions provided for set changes.
  The symphony begins with an introduction where ideas jostle against and interrupt one another.
  The Seventh begins with a quicker tempo in the introduction as is becoming common these days.
  The recurrence of the movement's introduction signals the sonata's final stages.
  It begins with a short, tentative introduction of Bohemian wistfulness before launching on a vigorous sonata-form Allegro con brio.
  After a short Spanish guitar introduction an electric guitar arpeggio repeats (the ‘surface’).
  The trio brought elusive tension to the sometimes brooding slow introduction before the bright melody is introduced.
  Extended instrumental introductions and occasional solos for guitar, horn and trumpet add tasteful variety to the program.
  I guess one could draw an equally strong analogy to the classical symphony's slow introduction before a first-movement allegro.
  Track six begins with a brief orchestral introduction, followed by the chorus singing the so-called ‘Panzerlied’.
  This basic introduction also excludes triads and arpeggios.
  It also contains brooding and atmospheric music in the introduction and some quite effective string writing in the latter half.
2. 3.2 A book or course of study intended to introduce a subject to a person.
  it is a simple introduction to Euclidean geometry
  Example sentencesExamples
  His book will be of great use as an introduction to witchcraft studies for undergraduates and for the general reader.
  This book is, in effect, a fascinating introduction to a vast subject.
  I recommend this book as a concise introduction to a subject that is not only of lively current interest, but also has roots in the works of our great mathematical ancestors.
  Borchmeyer's book indeed provides an excellent introduction to Wagner's early works, including those never completed.
  With all that said, the book will be for many readers a convenient introduction to a fascinating subject.
  It is generally an introduction to the subject.
  This guide is both a visually engaging and a clearly written introduction to reading the night sky with the naked eye, a telescope, or binoculars.
  An anthology escapes this bane if it serves as an introduction to more extensive study of the subject.
  Thus, while the book is a good introduction to the subject, it does have some limitations.
  For an introduction to the subject, and this study will obviously find its main market among students, it would have been better to maintain the course set in the earlier chapters.
  There are ten units in all, with an introduction on the history of the Christmas carol.
  As an introduction to the subject, this is a useful book, provided the reader is aware that the sources cited are inadequate - too much must be accepted on faith.
  The book is an accessible introduction to subject matter that is notable for its complexity - rocket science, in fact.
  It also may be an engaging supplemental text for an undergraduate introduction to family studies course.
  Its rather curious title means that it was intended as an introduction to a study of the works of Plato, but this is rather fanciful.
  This book is intended to serve both as an introduction to the study of globalization and as a more detailed statement of the transnational practices approach to globalization.
  These books provide a superb introduction for the general reader or a traveller preparing for a visit.
  Specialist programmes offer students an introduction to courses and careers in various subject areas.
  For those of you who haven't heard, the book is a graduate-level introduction to general relativity.
  It is intended also as an introduction to the study of Sanitary Science.
  Synonyms
  basic explanation of, brief account of, description of
3. 3.3in singular A person's first experience of a subject or thing.
  my introduction to drama was through an amateur dramatic society
  Example sentencesExamples
  My introduction to showbiz came through the boy scouts.
  His introduction to youth work came two years ago through an adventure holiday organised by local police.
  My introduction to torment and bullying also began in primary school.
  My introduction to the Connemara way of life in the late 1960 s coincided with the last days of an older generation which had seen life under English rule and the emerging Irish Free State.
  My introduction to the former Yugoslavia was thus entirely literary.
  Her introduction to serious gardening came at the age of five, when she helped her dad to turn a one-acre wilderness into a lush green lawn.
  ‘My first introduction to music was to traditional Greek,’ he recalls.
  My introduction to the wonder of dogs came from my wife Robyn.
  Having said that, the birth of this most memorable of patients would not have been such a remarkable experience if my introduction to obstetrics had been a little more conventional.
  My introduction to swordplay was not going well.
  His introduction to the game was slow and frustrating.
  My introduction to what would become one of my favorite pastimes - the gay getaway - happened almost by accident.
  My introduction to his work as a composer was in the form of his Sonate Romantique for flute and piano.
  The roots of this approach might be traced to his introduction to experimental film-making.
  Our introduction to the project was through storytelling.
  Her introduction to sports took place when she was eight.
  Their introduction to the United States began as a tantalizing but inchoate suggestion of opportunity.
  His introduction to Test cricket in 1993 saw him savaged by the Australians and he looked like another devastating county bowler not tough enough for England.
  She is generous in her comments about her own introduction to poetry.
  Their introduction to Australian ruminants proved to be successful… and the rest is history.
  Synonyms
  initiation, induction, baptism, inauguration, debut

Origin

Late Middle English: from Latin introductio(n-), from the verb introducere (see introduce).

单词	introduction
释义	Definition of introduction in English: introduction noun ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃ(ə)nˌɪntrəˈdəkʃ(ə)n 1mass noun The action of introducing something. issues arising from the introduction of new technology the introduction of muskrats into central Europe Example sentencesExamples On the whole, the above documents envisage development and large-scale introduction of advanced infocommunications technologies in Russia. With complex variations in clinical practice from hospital to hospital, the development and introduction of standards is now seen - both clinically and politically - as essential. So what accounts for this concept's introduction into Democratic councils? This revolution, based on the information age and the rapid introduction of new technology into all facets of human life, is changing the world into a global one. Aside from existing problems, there will need to be a focus on introduction of new technology, new processes or chemicals. This will provide a more equitable policy framework to allow the development and introduction of cost-effective technological change and innovation. He wanted university education to be more oriented towards the needs of the industry, as introduction of new technologies will ensure cost reduction and excellence. In the build-up to the directive's introduction, financial institutions will have detailed information to help those affected. Development and introduction of new diagnostic techniques have greatly accelerated over the past decades. The introduction of new technology is always disruptive to old markets, and particularly to those copyright owners whose works are sold through well-established distribution mechanisms. However the cost and technology makes widespread introduction a long way off. The introduction of reforms pursuant to this bill has been long awaited, and is absolutely necessary to help ensure that New Zealand's valuable dairy industry remains in good order. In no other country has the price impact arising from introduction of a broad-based consumption tax washed out of the economic system within twelve months. In terms of cost, virtually every provincial drug plan is under immense strain due to growing demand and the rapid introduction of new and costly prescription drugs. As with any new technology, introduction will be slow and the initial products costly. We have the opportunity to harness the potential of new science and technology for the good of all but there is understandable public unease about the rapid introduction of new technologies and their regulation. For vegetable and fruit growers IFA is demanding the immediate introduction of a targeted rescue package for producers. The introduction of technology at this stage will ensure that demand planning is capable of maintaining its emphasis on the process and overall focus on customer requirements. The introduction of the technology, which is prohibited in several countries, is likely to be opposed by privacy campaigners. Their demands include introduction of a new career structure and a pay increase. Synonyms institution, establishment, initiation, launch, inauguration, foundation, instigation start, commencement, inception development, origination, pioneering 1.1count noun A thing newly brought into use or introduced to a place for the first time. despite the new introductions, many of the older species remain firm favourites Example sentencesExamples By and large, flavors continue to bring excitement to the dairy case as new product introductions exhibiting the latest flavor craze and consumer preference. Traditionally, the rate of growth of the firm has been linked to new product introductions, as it was believed that increased investment in innovation generally guaranteed more novel products. The introduction is likely to bring further co-ordination of economic policies in its wake - a prospect that alarms eurosceptics just as much as it pleases supporters of European integration. Nupen scrupulously avoids any mention of the controversies in his newly filmed introductions, which he speaks simply and eloquently to camera. The widespread acceptance of generic substitutability, together with the enhanced therapy provided by more recent introductions, have combined to drive down the price of new products. 2A formal presentation of one person to another, in which each is told the other's name. he returned to his desk, leaving Michael to make the introductions mass noun a letter of introduction Example sentencesExamples Outside of formal introductions greetings are often vocal and are not accompanied by a handshake or kiss. First of all, let me just make the formal introductions. I've got one more stop to make, and then we can make formal introductions, okay? They can set up formal introductions, ensuring that members get the proper attention. Following the western cultural practice of ladies first, the entire session of formal introductions was completed in a blink of the eye. In such circumstances, you don't ask for a formal introduction. Don't feel embarrassed about forgetting someone's name while making introductions. After the formal introductions, Julie went on to talk about last year's projects for a long while, then we discussed ideas for this year for about half an hour. He chuckled, turning her so her back faced his chest, and leaned on her shoulder, comforted by her presence without bothering with introductions. Do you think that formal social introductions should be de rigueur? The kids didn't even make introductions; names were irrelevant to having fun. We were all very nervous but after the formal introduction, it was like talking to the lady next door. As for his name, I hardly think a formal introduction was necessary. ‘Not a problem,’ Marco said with a grin, obviously less formal now that the introductions were over. Jessica had been waiting in a corner while the dukes had gone through their formal introductions. There were no formal introductions to begin the meeting - and those who arrived not knowing the group already obviously didn't need to know. Sometimes I have to check my underpants just to remember my name when introductions are beings made. He went through introductions, the names of The Gang and almost a dozen or so individuals who were now a grade or two higher than us who had been friends with Garland in previous years. Kristin made formal introductions but Jen and Hannah recognized the girls as members of the ‘A’ varsity team. We never really made it to the last names part of the introductions. Synonyms presentation, formal presentation meeting, audience, interview, encounter 3A thing preliminary to something else, especially an explanatory section at the beginning of a book, report, or speech. your talk will need an introduction which states clearly what you are talking about and why Example sentencesExamples In its introduction to this report, Guatemala noted the difficulty of assembling it, stressing that studies of this type are only a recent innovation. There's a good introduction to the book in this section of an overall rather pedestrian interview with the author. It also said there would be sufficient awareness of the issues to avoid any need for an explanatory introduction on the ballot paper. Perhaps fear of being held to account for theories that pronounce on the nature of value in our culture have made the convention of the disclaimer so frequent in the prefaces or introductions of How To books. The excerpt is of the very beginning of Cavell's introduction to the book. I've also written an explanatory introduction to the site. And the copious notes and introductions you'll find prefacing the first volume make a strong case for it. The different emphasis of this committee is immediately apparent in the title and was reiterated in the introduction of the report. The figures that the member for the Green Party refers to came out of a briefing - a brief introduction to a report that is under way on the value added by voluntary agencies. Each chapter begins with an explanatory introduction. Each volume has a brief introduction, plain text on the page, and sketchy notes and glosses at the end. The explanation given in the introduction to the original draft of the Bill is unsatisfactory. In the ‘about Neil’ section of the website is a bibliography; there are lots of introductions and articles listed. I was pleased to discover all was not lost when I saw the introduction at the beginning of the magazine itself. The book includes an introduction to the Report and an explanation of its significance to public health reform. The technique adopted in this volume is to bundle a series of essays arbitrarily culled from various publications with an explanatory introduction by the volume editor. The engravings were produced under his direction, while the introduction and explanatory text were written by Fortune Barthelemy de Felice. Featuring over 140 creative recipes and prefaced by witty introductions, the book offers an inspirational approach to cooking and eating seasonal food. As Jolly notes in her introduction and own chapter in the book, the binaries of tradition and modernity are often reinforced by strenuous defenses by advocates on both sides. On the subject of toiletries, hairbrushes and things, my dictionary says a ‘preface’ is an introduction to a book, usually explaining its intention or content. Synonyms foreword, preface, preamble, prologue, prelude, front matter, lead-in opening, beginning, start, opening statement informal intro, prelims, curtain-raiser formal prolegomenon, proem, exordium, prolusion 3.1 A preliminary section in a piece of music, often thematically different from the main section. his Fifth Symphony opens with an introduction featuring a solo tuba Example sentencesExamples The recurrence of the movement's introduction signals the sonata's final stages. Track six begins with a brief orchestral introduction, followed by the chorus singing the so-called ‘Panzerlied’. The trio brought elusive tension to the sometimes brooding slow introduction before the bright melody is introduced. It also contains brooding and atmospheric music in the introduction and some quite effective string writing in the latter half. I guess one could draw an equally strong analogy to the classical symphony's slow introduction before a first-movement allegro. This became especially noticeable during the brief orchestral introduction and the few symphonic transitions provided for set changes. It begins with a short, tentative introduction of Bohemian wistfulness before launching on a vigorous sonata-form Allegro con brio. This concerto has a rather long orchestral introduction, but she sat, patiently, waiting for her turn. The Seventh begins with a quicker tempo in the introduction as is becoming common these days. After a brief introduction, the music becomes a sensuous waltz, filled with regret. This basic introduction also excludes triads and arpeggios. Extended instrumental introductions and occasional solos for guitar, horn and trumpet add tasteful variety to the program. Some of the introductions to these arias are quite lengthy, which gives the players their own chance to shine. The orchestral introduction grips us by the scruff of the neck in the venom with which it makes hunting and stalking aurally incarnate. From the gentle questioning of the First Sonata's introduction to the insanely entertaining Follia variations at the end, this is a recording that will open ears and minds. The symphony begins with an introduction where ideas jostle against and interrupt one another. The short ‘coda’ completes the symmetry of the piece by reprising both the texture and added dominant seventh chord of the introduction. Unnecessary orchestral introductions taken from Richard Strauss and Rossini add little of value. In the final movement, after a brief and quiet introduction, the piano enters aggressively with a short phrase. After a short Spanish guitar introduction an electric guitar arpeggio repeats (the ‘surface’). 3.2 A book or course of study intended to introduce a subject to a person. a good general introduction to the subject is A Social History of England Example sentencesExamples His book will be of great use as an introduction to witchcraft studies for undergraduates and for the general reader. It is intended also as an introduction to the study of Sanitary Science. The book is an accessible introduction to subject matter that is notable for its complexity - rocket science, in fact. Thus, while the book is a good introduction to the subject, it does have some limitations. Specialist programmes offer students an introduction to courses and careers in various subject areas. It also may be an engaging supplemental text for an undergraduate introduction to family studies course. This book is intended to serve both as an introduction to the study of globalization and as a more detailed statement of the transnational practices approach to globalization. For an introduction to the subject, and this study will obviously find its main market among students, it would have been better to maintain the course set in the earlier chapters. There are ten units in all, with an introduction on the history of the Christmas carol. Borchmeyer's book indeed provides an excellent introduction to Wagner's early works, including those never completed. This book is, in effect, a fascinating introduction to a vast subject. As an introduction to the subject, this is a useful book, provided the reader is aware that the sources cited are inadequate - too much must be accepted on faith. An anthology escapes this bane if it serves as an introduction to more extensive study of the subject. These books provide a superb introduction for the general reader or a traveller preparing for a visit. This guide is both a visually engaging and a clearly written introduction to reading the night sky with the naked eye, a telescope, or binoculars. Its rather curious title means that it was intended as an introduction to a study of the works of Plato, but this is rather fanciful. With all that said, the book will be for many readers a convenient introduction to a fascinating subject. It is generally an introduction to the subject. For those of you who haven't heard, the book is a graduate-level introduction to general relativity. I recommend this book as a concise introduction to a subject that is not only of lively current interest, but also has roots in the works of our great mathematical ancestors. Synonyms basic explanation of, brief account of, description of the basics, the rudiments, the fundamentals, the groundwork 3.3in singular A person's first experience of a subject or thing. my introduction to drama was through an amateur dramatic society Example sentencesExamples She is generous in her comments about her own introduction to poetry. Their introduction to Australian ruminants proved to be successful… and the rest is history. His introduction to Test cricket in 1993 saw him savaged by the Australians and he looked like another devastating county bowler not tough enough for England. My introduction to swordplay was not going well. My introduction to the former Yugoslavia was thus entirely literary. His introduction to youth work came two years ago through an adventure holiday organised by local police. His introduction to the game was slow and frustrating. ‘My first introduction to music was to traditional Greek,’ he recalls. Having said that, the birth of this most memorable of patients would not have been such a remarkable experience if my introduction to obstetrics had been a little more conventional. The roots of this approach might be traced to his introduction to experimental film-making. Our introduction to the project was through storytelling. My introduction to his work as a composer was in the form of his Sonate Romantique for flute and piano. My introduction to the wonder of dogs came from my wife Robyn. My introduction to torment and bullying also began in primary school. My introduction to showbiz came through the boy scouts. My introduction to what would become one of my favorite pastimes - the gay getaway - happened almost by accident. Her introduction to sports took place when she was eight. Their introduction to the United States began as a tantalizing but inchoate suggestion of opportunity. My introduction to the Connemara way of life in the late 1960 s coincided with the last days of an older generation which had seen life under English rule and the emerging Irish Free State. Her introduction to serious gardening came at the age of five, when she helped her dad to turn a one-acre wilderness into a lush green lawn. Synonyms initiation, induction, baptism, inauguration, debut Origin Late Middle English: from Latin introductio(n-), from the verb introducere (see introduce). Rhymes abduction, conduction, construction, deduction, destruction, eduction, effluxion, induction, instruction, misconstruction, obstruction, production, reduction, ruction, seduction, suction, underproduction Definition of introduction in US English: introduction nounˌintrəˈdəkSH(ə)nˌɪntrəˈdəkʃ(ə)n 1The action of introducing something. issues arising from the introduction of new technology the introduction of muskrats into central Europe Example sentencesExamples The introduction of reforms pursuant to this bill has been long awaited, and is absolutely necessary to help ensure that New Zealand's valuable dairy industry remains in good order. However the cost and technology makes widespread introduction a long way off. In no other country has the price impact arising from introduction of a broad-based consumption tax washed out of the economic system within twelve months. The introduction of technology at this stage will ensure that demand planning is capable of maintaining its emphasis on the process and overall focus on customer requirements. He wanted university education to be more oriented towards the needs of the industry, as introduction of new technologies will ensure cost reduction and excellence. With complex variations in clinical practice from hospital to hospital, the development and introduction of standards is now seen - both clinically and politically - as essential. The introduction of new technology is always disruptive to old markets, and particularly to those copyright owners whose works are sold through well-established distribution mechanisms. We have the opportunity to harness the potential of new science and technology for the good of all but there is understandable public unease about the rapid introduction of new technologies and their regulation. The introduction of the technology, which is prohibited in several countries, is likely to be opposed by privacy campaigners. On the whole, the above documents envisage development and large-scale introduction of advanced infocommunications technologies in Russia. In terms of cost, virtually every provincial drug plan is under immense strain due to growing demand and the rapid introduction of new and costly prescription drugs. As with any new technology, introduction will be slow and the initial products costly. In the build-up to the directive's introduction, financial institutions will have detailed information to help those affected. This will provide a more equitable policy framework to allow the development and introduction of cost-effective technological change and innovation. For vegetable and fruit growers IFA is demanding the immediate introduction of a targeted rescue package for producers. Their demands include introduction of a new career structure and a pay increase. So what accounts for this concept's introduction into Democratic councils? Aside from existing problems, there will need to be a focus on introduction of new technology, new processes or chemicals. This revolution, based on the information age and the rapid introduction of new technology into all facets of human life, is changing the world into a global one. Development and introduction of new diagnostic techniques have greatly accelerated over the past decades. Synonyms institution, establishment, initiation, launch, inauguration, foundation, instigation 1.1 A thing newly brought into use or introduced to a place for the first time. these grains are valuable introductions from Sweden Example sentencesExamples The widespread acceptance of generic substitutability, together with the enhanced therapy provided by more recent introductions, have combined to drive down the price of new products. Traditionally, the rate of growth of the firm has been linked to new product introductions, as it was believed that increased investment in innovation generally guaranteed more novel products. The introduction is likely to bring further co-ordination of economic policies in its wake - a prospect that alarms eurosceptics just as much as it pleases supporters of European integration. By and large, flavors continue to bring excitement to the dairy case as new product introductions exhibiting the latest flavor craze and consumer preference. Nupen scrupulously avoids any mention of the controversies in his newly filmed introductions, which he speaks simply and eloquently to camera. 2often introductionsA formal presentation of one person to another, in which each is told the other's name. he returned to his desk, leaving Michael to make the introductions a letter of introduction Example sentencesExamples In such circumstances, you don't ask for a formal introduction. I've got one more stop to make, and then we can make formal introductions, okay? He chuckled, turning her so her back faced his chest, and leaned on her shoulder, comforted by her presence without bothering with introductions. They can set up formal introductions, ensuring that members get the proper attention. Don't feel embarrassed about forgetting someone's name while making introductions. Following the western cultural practice of ladies first, the entire session of formal introductions was completed in a blink of the eye. As for his name, I hardly think a formal introduction was necessary. Do you think that formal social introductions should be de rigueur? Outside of formal introductions greetings are often vocal and are not accompanied by a handshake or kiss. We never really made it to the last names part of the introductions. ‘Not a problem,’ Marco said with a grin, obviously less formal now that the introductions were over. After the formal introductions, Julie went on to talk about last year's projects for a long while, then we discussed ideas for this year for about half an hour. Sometimes I have to check my underpants just to remember my name when introductions are beings made. Kristin made formal introductions but Jen and Hannah recognized the girls as members of the ‘A’ varsity team. He went through introductions, the names of The Gang and almost a dozen or so individuals who were now a grade or two higher than us who had been friends with Garland in previous years. The kids didn't even make introductions; names were irrelevant to having fun. Jessica had been waiting in a corner while the dukes had gone through their formal introductions. First of all, let me just make the formal introductions. We were all very nervous but after the formal introduction, it was like talking to the lady next door. There were no formal introductions to begin the meeting - and those who arrived not knowing the group already obviously didn't need to know. Synonyms presentation, formal presentation 3A thing preliminary to something else, especially an explanatory section at the beginning of a book, report, or speech. your talk will need an introduction that states clearly what you are talking about and why Example sentencesExamples The excerpt is of the very beginning of Cavell's introduction to the book. Each chapter begins with an explanatory introduction. The figures that the member for the Green Party refers to came out of a briefing - a brief introduction to a report that is under way on the value added by voluntary agencies. Perhaps fear of being held to account for theories that pronounce on the nature of value in our culture have made the convention of the disclaimer so frequent in the prefaces or introductions of How To books. The technique adopted in this volume is to bundle a series of essays arbitrarily culled from various publications with an explanatory introduction by the volume editor. In the ‘about Neil’ section of the website is a bibliography; there are lots of introductions and articles listed. I was pleased to discover all was not lost when I saw the introduction at the beginning of the magazine itself. The book includes an introduction to the Report and an explanation of its significance to public health reform. It also said there would be sufficient awareness of the issues to avoid any need for an explanatory introduction on the ballot paper. There's a good introduction to the book in this section of an overall rather pedestrian interview with the author. The engravings were produced under his direction, while the introduction and explanatory text were written by Fortune Barthelemy de Felice. Featuring over 140 creative recipes and prefaced by witty introductions, the book offers an inspirational approach to cooking and eating seasonal food. I've also written an explanatory introduction to the site. In its introduction to this report, Guatemala noted the difficulty of assembling it, stressing that studies of this type are only a recent innovation. The explanation given in the introduction to the original draft of the Bill is unsatisfactory. Each volume has a brief introduction, plain text on the page, and sketchy notes and glosses at the end. As Jolly notes in her introduction and own chapter in the book, the binaries of tradition and modernity are often reinforced by strenuous defenses by advocates on both sides. On the subject of toiletries, hairbrushes and things, my dictionary says a ‘preface’ is an introduction to a book, usually explaining its intention or content. The different emphasis of this committee is immediately apparent in the title and was reiterated in the introduction of the report. And the copious notes and introductions you'll find prefacing the first volume make a strong case for it. Synonyms foreword, preface, preamble, prologue, prelude, front matter, lead-in 3.1 A preliminary section in a piece of music, often thematically different from the main section. Example sentencesExamples Some of the introductions to these arias are quite lengthy, which gives the players their own chance to shine. This concerto has a rather long orchestral introduction, but she sat, patiently, waiting for her turn. Unnecessary orchestral introductions taken from Richard Strauss and Rossini add little of value. After a brief introduction, the music becomes a sensuous waltz, filled with regret. In the final movement, after a brief and quiet introduction, the piano enters aggressively with a short phrase. The short ‘coda’ completes the symmetry of the piece by reprising both the texture and added dominant seventh chord of the introduction. From the gentle questioning of the First Sonata's introduction to the insanely entertaining Follia variations at the end, this is a recording that will open ears and minds. The orchestral introduction grips us by the scruff of the neck in the venom with which it makes hunting and stalking aurally incarnate. This became especially noticeable during the brief orchestral introduction and the few symphonic transitions provided for set changes. The symphony begins with an introduction where ideas jostle against and interrupt one another. The Seventh begins with a quicker tempo in the introduction as is becoming common these days. The recurrence of the movement's introduction signals the sonata's final stages. It begins with a short, tentative introduction of Bohemian wistfulness before launching on a vigorous sonata-form Allegro con brio. After a short Spanish guitar introduction an electric guitar arpeggio repeats (the ‘surface’). The trio brought elusive tension to the sometimes brooding slow introduction before the bright melody is introduced. Extended instrumental introductions and occasional solos for guitar, horn and trumpet add tasteful variety to the program. I guess one could draw an equally strong analogy to the classical symphony's slow introduction before a first-movement allegro. Track six begins with a brief orchestral introduction, followed by the chorus singing the so-called ‘Panzerlied’. This basic introduction also excludes triads and arpeggios. It also contains brooding and atmospheric music in the introduction and some quite effective string writing in the latter half. 3.2 A book or course of study intended to introduce a subject to a person. it is a simple introduction to Euclidean geometry Example sentencesExamples His book will be of great use as an introduction to witchcraft studies for undergraduates and for the general reader. This book is, in effect, a fascinating introduction to a vast subject. I recommend this book as a concise introduction to a subject that is not only of lively current interest, but also has roots in the works of our great mathematical ancestors. Borchmeyer's book indeed provides an excellent introduction to Wagner's early works, including those never completed. With all that said, the book will be for many readers a convenient introduction to a fascinating subject. It is generally an introduction to the subject. This guide is both a visually engaging and a clearly written introduction to reading the night sky with the naked eye, a telescope, or binoculars. An anthology escapes this bane if it serves as an introduction to more extensive study of the subject. Thus, while the book is a good introduction to the subject, it does have some limitations. For an introduction to the subject, and this study will obviously find its main market among students, it would have been better to maintain the course set in the earlier chapters. There are ten units in all, with an introduction on the history of the Christmas carol. As an introduction to the subject, this is a useful book, provided the reader is aware that the sources cited are inadequate - too much must be accepted on faith. The book is an accessible introduction to subject matter that is notable for its complexity - rocket science, in fact. It also may be an engaging supplemental text for an undergraduate introduction to family studies course. Its rather curious title means that it was intended as an introduction to a study of the works of Plato, but this is rather fanciful. This book is intended to serve both as an introduction to the study of globalization and as a more detailed statement of the transnational practices approach to globalization. These books provide a superb introduction for the general reader or a traveller preparing for a visit. Specialist programmes offer students an introduction to courses and careers in various subject areas. For those of you who haven't heard, the book is a graduate-level introduction to general relativity. It is intended also as an introduction to the study of Sanitary Science. Synonyms basic explanation of, brief account of, description of 3.3in singular A person's first experience of a subject or thing. my introduction to drama was through an amateur dramatic society Example sentencesExamples My introduction to showbiz came through the boy scouts. His introduction to youth work came two years ago through an adventure holiday organised by local police. My introduction to torment and bullying also began in primary school. My introduction to the Connemara way of life in the late 1960 s coincided with the last days of an older generation which had seen life under English rule and the emerging Irish Free State. My introduction to the former Yugoslavia was thus entirely literary. Her introduction to serious gardening came at the age of five, when she helped her dad to turn a one-acre wilderness into a lush green lawn. ‘My first introduction to music was to traditional Greek,’ he recalls. My introduction to the wonder of dogs came from my wife Robyn. Having said that, the birth of this most memorable of patients would not have been such a remarkable experience if my introduction to obstetrics had been a little more conventional. My introduction to swordplay was not going well. His introduction to the game was slow and frustrating. My introduction to what would become one of my favorite pastimes - the gay getaway - happened almost by accident. My introduction to his work as a composer was in the form of his Sonate Romantique for flute and piano. The roots of this approach might be traced to his introduction to experimental film-making. Our introduction to the project was through storytelling. Her introduction to sports took place when she was eight. Their introduction to the United States began as a tantalizing but inchoate suggestion of opportunity. His introduction to Test cricket in 1993 saw him savaged by the Australians and he looked like another devastating county bowler not tough enough for England. She is generous in her comments about her own introduction to poetry. Their introduction to Australian ruminants proved to be successful… and the rest is history. Synonyms initiation, induction, baptism, inauguration, debut Origin Late Middle English: from Latin introductio(n-), from the verb introducere (see introduce).
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