PRELUDE Meaning and
Definition
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A prelude is a noun that represents an introductory or preliminary event, action, or performance that precedes and sets the stage for something more significant and substantive. Often used in the context of music, a prelude signifies a short composition or piece that serves as an introduction to a more comprehensive musical work, such as an opera or a symphony. This musical prelude usually provides a glimpse into the overall theme or mood of the upcoming composition, creating an anticipatory atmosphere for what is to follow.
Beyond the realm of music, a prelude can refer to any preparatory or introductory activity or situation that serves as a precursor to a main event or a larger undertaking. It is a preliminary step or action that allows individuals or situations to gradually transition into the subsequent primary action or event. For example, in literary works, a prelude may be used to establish the background or provide essential context before launching into the main storyline. This helps set the tone, introduce key characters or themes, and generate intrigue, thus acting as an indispensable foundation for the main narrative. In a broader sense, a prelude can also denote an initial sign or indication that foreshadows or predicts something significant that lies ahead, serving as a faint suggestion or a tentative glimpse into a future occurrence.
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• A short musical flourish or voluntary played before the commencement of the piece to be performed; the overture; something introductory; something which indicates a future event.
• To precede; to introduce a piece of music with a voluntary movement; to serve as an introduction to.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of PRELUDE
The word "prelude" originates from the Latin word "praeludium", which can be broken down into two parts: "prae" meaning "before" and "ludus" meaning "play" or "game". In Latin, "praeludium" referred to a musical introduction or preface, signaling the beginning of a performance or an event. Over time, the term "prelude" has evolved to also encompass various non-musical meanings, such as an introductory or preliminary action or event.
Idioms with the word PRELUDE
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prelude to sth
The idiom "prelude to something" refers to a preliminary event or action that serves as an introduction or a preceding indication of something significant that is about to happen. It suggests that the event or action is a precursor or an initial step leading up to a particular situation or outcome.
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Conjugate verb Prelude
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