PREAMBLE

Preamble

A preamble is an introductory and expressionary statement in a document that explains the document's purpose and underlying philosophy. When applied to the opening paragraphs of a statute, it may recite historical facts pertinent to the subject of the statute. It is distinct from the long title or enacting formula of a law.

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preamble

Noun

  1. A short preliminary statement or remark, especially an explanatory introduction to a formal document or statute.
  2. A syncword.


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