intro

1 of 2

noun

in·​tro ˈin-(ˌ)trō 

plural intros

: introduction

intro-

2 of 2

prefix

1

: in : into

introjection

2

: inward : within

introvert

compare extro-

Synonyms of intro

Noun

• introduction
• preface
• foreword

Examples of intro in a Sentence

Noun

in her intro the author offers rather precise definitions of some of the key words that she will be using throughout her book

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

In that regard, the curators set reasonable expectations upfront with the sentimental text intro to the show displayed at the entrance. —Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026

Balance transfer fee There is an intro balance transfer fee of 3% of each transfer (minimum $5) completed within the first 4 months of account opening. —Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026

Canes tackle secures Necklace of the Night honors in pre-draft intros. —Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026

In his intro to this reissue, Geoff Dyer called Lemann a mistress of vibes. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Prefix

Latin, from intro inside, to the inside, from Old Latin *interus, adjective, inward

First Known Use

Noun

circa 1899, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

intro-

prefix

in·​tro-

ˌin-trə, 

ˌin-(ˌ)trō

1

: in : into

introduce

2

: inward

introvert

Etymology

Prefix

derived from Latin intro "inside"