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- [proh-lawg, -log]
- /ˈproʊ lɔg, -lɒg/
- /proˈlɑːɡ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [proh-lawg, -log]
- /ˈproʊ lɔg, -lɒg/
Definitions of prolog word
- noun prolog a preliminary discourse; a preface or introductory part of a discourse, poem, or novel. 1
- noun prolog an introductory speech, often in verse, calling attention to the theme of a play. 1
- noun prolog the actor or actress who delivers this. 1
- noun prolog an introductory scene, preceding the first act of a play, opera, etc. 1
- noun prolog any introductory proceeding, event, etc.: Appetizing delicacies were the prologue to a long dinner. 1
- verb with object prolog to introduce with or as if with a prologue. 1
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Origin of prolog
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English prologe, prologue (< Old French prologue) < Latin prōlogus < Greek prólogos. See pro-2, -logue
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Parts of speech for Prolog
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
prolog popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
prolog usage trend in Literature
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Antonyms for prolog
noun prolog
- epilog — Alternative spelling of epilogue.
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