adj.序言性的，前言性的，导言性的

The preface to the book provided a historical overview of the author's research process.
这本书的序言概述了作者的研究历程。
A prefatory note in the cookbook explained the culinary techniques used throughout.
烹饪书中的前言说明了全书中采用的烹饪方法。
The prefatory remarks by the editor set the tone for the entire collection.
编辑的前言为整个选集定下了基调。
The prefatory section contained copyright and legal disclaimers.
前言部分包含了版权和免责声明。
In the prefatory part, the artist expressed their inspiration for the exhibition.
艺术家在前言中阐述了展览的创作灵感来源。
The prefatory chapter of the novel is often skipped by readers, as it can be seen as redundant.
小说的序章通常被读者略过，因为它可能被认为是多余的。
The prefatory address at the conference welcomed attendees and outlined the agenda.
会议的开场致辞欢迎与会者并概述了议程。
The prefatory material in the software manual helps new users understand its features.
软件手册中的前言帮助新用户了解其功能。
The prefatory pages of the report contained an executive summary.
报告的前几页包含了一份执行摘要。
The prefatory part of the musical composition is called the "Introduction" or "Overture.
音乐作品的前奏部分称为"引子"或"序曲"。