propaedeutic(n = noun.act) propaedeutics - a course that provides an introduction to an art or science (or to more advanced study generally);
is a kind of class, course, course of instruction, course of study
Derived form adjective propaedeutic1
propaedeutic(s = adj.all) preparative, preparatory - preceding and preparing for something; "preparatory steps"
Derived forms noun propaedeutic1, noun propaedeutics1
propaedeutic, adj. & n.
--adj. serving as an introduction to higher study; introductory.
--n. (esp. in pl.) preliminary learning; a propaedeutic subject, study, etc.
Derivative:
propaedeutical adj.
Etymology:
PRO-(2) + Gk paideutikos of teaching, after Gk propaideuo teach beforehand
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