Prelude(v. i.) To play an introduction or prelude; to give a prefatory performance; to serve as prelude.
Prelude(v. t.) To introduce with a previous performance; to play or perform a prelude to; as, to prelude a concert with a lively air.
Prelude(v. t.) To serve as prelude to; to precede as introductory.
Prelude(v. t.) An introductory performance, preceding and preparing for the principal matter; a preliminary part, movement, strain, etc.; especially (Mus.), a strain introducing the theme or chief subject; a movement introductory to a fugue, yet independent; -- with recent composers often synonymous with overture.
Preluded(imp. & p. p.) of Prelude
Preluder(n.) One who, or that which, preludes; one who plays a prelude.
Preluding(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Prelude
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