| Propaedeutics | n. The preliminary learning connected with any art or science; preparatory instruction. [ 1913 Webster ] |
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| propaedeutic | (n) a course that provides an introduction to an art or science (or to more advanced study generally), Syn. propaedeutics |
| preparatory | (adj) preceding and preparing for something, Syn. propaedeutic, preparative, Example: preparatory steps |