Prolegomena
[proh-li-gom-uh-non, -nuh n] /ˌproʊ lɪˈgɒm əˌnɒn, -nən/
noun, plural prolegomena
[proh-li-gom-uh-nuh] /ˌproʊ lɪˈgɒm ə nə/ (Show IPA)
1.
a preliminary discussion; introductory essay, as prefatory matter in a book; a prologue.
2.
Usually, prolegomena. (sometimes used with a singular verb) a treatise serving as a preface or introduction to a book.
prolegomenon
/ˌprəʊlɛˈɡɒmɪnən/
noun (pl) -na (-nə)
1.
(often pl) a preliminary discussion, esp a formal critical introduction to a lengthy text
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