Prolegomenon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌpɹəʊlɪˈɡɒmɪnɒn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Prolegomenon is a noun meaning A prefatory discussion; a formal essay or critical discussion serving to introduce and interpret an extended work.
Meaning
A prefatory discussion; a formal essay or critical discussion serving to introduce and interpret an extended work.
Example Sentences
Frye here is not rewriting myth as some assume. Her prolegomenon is intended to be read as fiction not autobiography.
This book is a critique of the order-maintenance approach to criminal justice, but it is also a prolegomenon to a new vision of punishment and criminal justice policy analysis.
Word Forms
- prolegomena
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include prologomenon, proemium, proem, prolusion, prologue, preluding.
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