intro
[ in-troh ]
/ ˈɪn troʊ /
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noun, plural in·tros.Informal.
an introduction.
the introductory passage of a piece for a jazz or dance band.
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Origin of intro
First recorded in 1895–1900; shortening of introduction
Other definitions for intro (2 of 3)
intro-
a prefix, meaning “inwardly,” “within,” occurring in loanwords from Latin (introspection); occasionally used in the formation of new words (introjection).
Compare intra-.
Origin of intro-
<Latin, representing intrō (adv.) inwardly, within
Other definitions for intro (3 of 3)
intro.
or introd
abbreviation
introduce.
introduced.
introducing.
introduction.
introductory.
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How to use intro in a sentence
British Dictionary definitions for intro (1 of 3)
British Dictionary definitions for intro (2 of 3)
intro-
prefix
in, into, or inwardintrovert
Word Origin for intro-
from Latin intrō towards the inside, inwardly, within
British Dictionary definitions for intro (3 of 3)
intro.
introd.
abbreviation for
introduction
introductory
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