noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
preface; introduction; introductory remarks
Refers to a short opening statement or remarks before the main content, often in speeches, documents, or explanations. Commonly used in the phrase 前置き (まえおき) in casual contexts, but 前置 is more formal and written.
If the preface is too long, the listeners will get bored.
As an introduction, I will briefly explain the background of this project.
Compound of 前 (ぜん, 'before') and 置 (ち, 'to place'), literally 'placed before'. The reading ち for 置 is the kan'on reading.