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intr-uh-DUKT-uh-ree/ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri/

Introductory means serving as an introduction; intended for beginners: an introductory course, an introductory film. Introduction (already in the dictionary) is the noun; beginner (already in the dictionary) is the audience. A film still needs the ethics minute first.

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; intended for beginners.

Examples

• “An introductory film still needs the ethics minute signed first.”
• “Preliminary is the close twin. Opening is everyday. A film is branding. A signature is a file. Sign the minute; then roll the camera.”

Good to know

Serving as an introduction. Noun: introduction (already in the dictionary). A film ≠ a signed ethics minute.

Near in meaning

preliminary, opening, initial

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