책의 본문 앞에 실리는 짧은 소개 글로, 대개 저자가 아닌 제3자가 작성하여 책의 가치나 배경을 설명함.
A short introductory section at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author to provide context or endorsement.
예문:
"The Nobel laureate agreed to write a brief foreword for the young poet's debut collection."
"In the foreword, the editor explains how the lost manuscript was discovered in an old attic."
"A well-written foreword can provide readers with essential historical context before they begin the first chapter."