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At one time I thought the Editor of the Lancet would kindly publish a letter from me on the subject, but further reflection led me to doubt whether so insignificant an individual would be noticed without some special introduction.
William Banting

Meaning of "introduction" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF INTRODUCTION

introduction  [ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF INTRODUCTION

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Introduction is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES INTRODUCTION MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Introduction

Introduction, The Introduction, Intro, or The Intro may refer to: ▪ Introduction, an opening section of a piece of music ▪ Introduction, a beginning section to a book, article or essay which states its purpose and goals ▪ Foreword, a beginning section of a book, before the introduction, usually written by someone other than the author ▪ Introduction, a ceremonial seating for members elected in by-elections ▪ Introduction, a ceremonial seating for some new members ▪ "Introduction", a poem by William Blake ▪ Intro, in the demoscene, a short computer program produced for promotion or to meet competition requirements ▪ Intro sequence, a non-interactive introductory sequence for a computer or video game ▪ The Introduction, a prequel film of the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas ▪ Introduced species or introduction, a species established by humans outside its natural range...

Definition of introduction in the English dictionary

The first definition of introduction in the dictionary is the act of introducing or fact of being introduced. Other definition of introduction is a presentation of one person to another or others. Introduction is also a means of presenting a person to another person, group, etc, such as a letter of introduction or reference.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH INTRODUCTION


abduction
æbˈdʌkʃən
adduction
əˈdʌkʃən
co-production
ˌkəʊprəˈdʌkʃən
conduction
kənˈdʌkʃən
deduction
dɪˈdʌkʃən
eduction
ɪˈdʌkʃən
heat-conduction
ˈhiːtkənˌdʌkʃən
induction
ɪnˈdʌkʃən
overproduction
ˌəʊvəprəˈdʌkʃən
photoproduction
ˌfəʊtəʊprəˈdʌkʃən
postproduction
ˌpəʊstprəˈdʌkʃən
preproduction
ˌpriːprəˈdʌkʃən
production
prəˈdʌkʃən
reduction
rɪˈdʌkʃən
reintroduction
ˌriːɪntrəˈdʌkʃən
reproduction
ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən
seduction
sɪˈdʌkʃən
subduction
səbˈdʌkʃən
traduction
trəˈdʌkʃən
transduction
trænzˈdʌkʃən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE INTRODUCTION

intro
intro.
introd.
introduce
introducer
introduction agency
introductive
introductory
introfy
introgressant
introgression
introgressive
introit
introitus
introject
introjection
introjective
intromission
intromit
intromitted

WORDS THAT END LIKE INTRODUCTION

accreditation
action
attraction
auction
collection
connection
construction
correction
course of action
detection
direction
election
fiction
function
inspection
protection
reaction
satisfaction
section
selection
transaction

Synonyms and antonyms of introduction in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «INTRODUCTION»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «introduction» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of introduction

Translation of «introduction» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF INTRODUCTION

Find out the translation of introduction to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of introduction from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «introduction» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

介绍
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

introducción
570 millions of speakers

English

introduction
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

परिचय
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مُقَدِّمَةٌ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

вступление
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

introdução
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ভূমিকা
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

présentation
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Pengenalan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Bekanntmachen
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

紹介
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

소개
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Pengantar
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

sự giới thiệu
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

அறிமுகம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

परिचय
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Giriş
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

introduzione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

wprowadzenie
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

вступ
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

introducere
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σύσταση
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

inleiding
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

introduktion
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

introduksjon
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of introduction

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «INTRODUCTION»

The term «introduction» is very widely used and occupies the 2.953 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «INTRODUCTION» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about introduction

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10 QUOTES WITH «INTRODUCTION»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word introduction.
1
Madchen Amick
My first introduction to television, and really just the business in general, was working with David Lynch, with his incredibly open, creative mind that was not following any rules.
2
Skylar Astin
My introduction to acting was through theatre, so I actually saw a couple of Broadway shows that made me want to be an actor.
3
William Banting
At one time I thought the Editor of the Lancet would kindly publish a letter from me on the subject, but further reflection led me to doubt whether so insignificant an individual would be noticed without some special introduction.
4
John Barrowman
I'm really passionate about pantomime because it is often the first introduction for a child to theatre, and if that child has a great experience at a pantomime they will continue to come year after year.
5
Omar Bongo
The introduction of political pluralism often quickly led to bad results.
6
David K. E. Bruce
I think, like many others, I realized that only the massive introduction of American support in one form or another, could possibly bring about a rehabilitation of the economies of those countries within a reasonable time.
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Nolan Bushnell
Innovation is hard. It really is. Because most people don't get it. Remember, the automobile, the airplane, the telephone, these were all considered toys at their introduction because they had no constituency. They were too new.
8
Max Casella
My introduction to Woody Allen and to Ethan Coen was at the same time. On Broadway, I starred in a play called 'Relatively Speaking,' which was three one-act comedies, one of which was written by Ethan and one of which was by Woody.
9
David Crane
Plus, I was a math and science whiz from my first introduction to the subjects.
10
Adam Davidson
'Reinventing the Bazaar,' by John McMillan, is a great and fun introduction to the wild variety and importance of markets throughout history and around the world. I finally understood how a Middle Eastern souk actually works economically and how to compare that to modern-day telecom-spectrum auctions. I love that book.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «INTRODUCTION»

Discover the use of introduction in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to introduction and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Introduction to Modern Optics
This incisive text provides a basic undergraduate-level course in modern optics for students in physics, technology and engineering.
Grant R. Fowles, 1975
2
A Concise Introduction to Logic
This edition includes an expanded array of technology supplements, including Aplia, an online homework solution, and Logic CourseMate which includes additional practice and study tools, video clips covering topics that students find ...
Patrick Hurley, 2011
3
Introduction to Computers
Get ready to learn about today's digital world with Essential Introduction to Computers. This concise text provides a visually-engaging introduction to the most current information on computers and technology.
Gary Shelly, Steven Freund, Misty Vermaat, 2010
4
Introduction To Algorithms
An extensively revised edition of a mathematically rigorous yet accessible introduction to algorithms.
Thomas H Cormen, 2001
5
An Introduction to Cosmology
Fully updated edition of the successful introductory graduate textbook on modern cosmology.
J. V. Narlikar, 2002
6
Introduction to Coding Theory
This 2006 book introduces the theoretical foundations of error-correcting codes for senior-undergraduate to graduate students.
Ron Roth, 2006
7
Introduction to Classical Mechanics: With Problems and Solutions
Remarks are scattered throughout the text, discussing issues that are often glossed over in other textbooks, and it is thoroughly illustrated with more than 600 figures to help demonstrate key concepts.
David Morin, 2008
8
An Introduction to Law
In addition, this book addresses the ways in which rules and the structures of law respond to and impact upon changes in economic and political life.
Phil Harris, 2006
9
An Introduction to Islamic Law
The book, which includes a chronology, a glossary of key terms, and lists of further reading, will be the first stop for those who wish to understand the fundamentals of Islamic law, its practices and history.
Wael B. Hallaq, 2009
10
An Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
This book eases students into the rigors of university mathematics.
Peter J. Eccles, 1997

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «INTRODUCTION»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term introduction is used in the context of the following news items.
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Ministers announce four-year delay on introduction of care cap …
“Therefore in light of genuine concerns raised by stakeholders, we have taken the difficult decision to delay the introduction of the cap on care ... «Public Finance, Jul 15»
2
Forward Cities: An Introduction | Forward Cities - Huffington Post
It is said that Detroit reinvents itself every 100 years. Two hundred years ago it was the shipping industry and going into the 20th century it was ... «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
3
Capitalizing On The Low Volatility Anomaly: An Introduction
Before we delve into an introduction on the Low Volatility Anomaly, I want to pictorially demonstrate the strategy. Since pictures are worth a ... «Seeking Alpha, Jul 15»
4
Arslan Senki x Musou Game Action Introduction Video Highlights …
KOEI Tecmo Games began streaming an action introduction video for the Arslan Senki x Musou PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 game on ... «Anime News Network, Jul 15»
5
Introduction of Qualified Foreign Investors to Saudi Stock Exchange …
Overall stability of the market over the medium term is expected to increase with the introduction, in a measured manner, of direct investment by ... «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
6
VIDEO: Young beaver spotted at re-introduction site | Western …
VIDEO: Young beaver spotted at re-introduction site. By WMNOVergnault | Posted: July 17, 2015. Footage of the first baby beaver to be spotted this year at a site ... «Western Morning News, Jul 15»
7
Introduction to Lakes course coming soon to a computer near you …
Inland lake enthusiasts are encouraged to enroll in Michigan State University Extension “Introduction to Lakes” course, now offered online. «Michigan State University Extension, Jul 15»
8
EPO and IMPI agree on CPC introduction in Mexico
The introduction of the CPC at the Mexican office now represents an important step forward in also aligning our tools and practices.” «European Patent Office, Jul 15»
9
Kenai pot moratorium fails before introduction | Peninsula Clarion
Green Rush co-owners Joshua Bird and Cory Rorem, and member Michael Day spoke to the council about the introduction of the moratorium. «Kenai Peninsula Online, Jul 15»
10
AARP Applauds Introduction of RAISE Family Caregivers Act - AARP
WASHINGTON, DC —Today, AARP announced its support for the bipartisan Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family ... «AARP News, Jul 15»

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