intro

¹

[ in-troh ]

noun

, Informal.

, plural in·tros.

1. an introduction.
2. the introductory passage of a piece for a jazz or dance band.

intro-

²

1. a prefix, meaning “inwardly,” “within,” occurring in loanwords from Latin ( introspection ); occasionally used in the formation of new words ( introjection ).

intro.

³

or introd

abbreviation for

1. introduce.
2. introduced.
3. introducing.
4. introduction.
5. introductory.

intro

¹

/ ˈɪntrəʊ /

noun

1. informal.
   short for introduction

intro.

²

abbreviation for

1. introduction
2. introductory

intro-

³

prefix

1. in, into, or inward

   introvert

Word History and Origins

Origin of intro¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; shortening of introduction

Origin of intro²

< Latin, representing intrō (adv.) inwardly, within

Word History and Origins

Origin of intro¹

from Latin intrō towards the inside, inwardly, within

Example Sentences

Dressed in red, white and blue with a matching white cowboy hat, she catches a football while the intro song to "Cowboy Carter," "Ameriican Requiem" is played.

From Salon

“The colors and sepia-toned aesthetic of the intro set a cozy, nostalgic tone that aligns so well with the fall season, making it feel like a quintessential autumn show.”

From Los Angeles Times

The result is one of the most recognisable intros in the history of pop.

From BBC

“Everyone has a quest in life,” reads an intro to the menu.

From Salon

Page predicted that if the court rejects Netflix’s appeal, the streamer will try to settle the case — agreeing to pay Harvey a lower sum and possibly amend the “true-story” intro to avert a trial.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• addition
• debut
• establishment
• inauguration
• influx
• initiation
• installation
• launch
• opening
• preface
• presentation