The meaning of PREAMBLE is an introductory statement; especially : the introductory part of a constitution or statute that usually states the reasons for and intent of the law.

Add to word list an introduction to a speech or piece of writing: the preamble to the Constitution (Definition of preamble from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge …

A preamble (from Latin preambulum 'preliminary, preface') is an introductory and expressionary statement in a document that explains the document's purpose and underlying philosophy.

PREAMBLE definition: an introductory statement; preface; introduction. See examples of preamble used in a sentence.

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preamble (priːˈæmbəl) n 1. a preliminary or introductory statement, esp attached to a statute or constitution setting forth its purpose 2. a preliminary or introductory conference, event, fact, etc

A preliminary statement, especially: An introduction, esp. one to a constitution, statute, etc., stating the reasons for it and its purpose. An introductory fact, event, etc.; preliminary. An …

Dec 14, 2025 · preamble (plural preambles) A short preliminary statement or remark, especially an explanatory introduction to a formal document or statute. synonyms, antonyms quotations

pre•am•ble /ˈpriˌæmbəl, priˈæm-/ n. preface: [countable] a short preamble before the main part of his speech. [uncountable] Without preamble, he launched into a vicious attack on her character.