Synonyms: propaedeutic, propaedeutics
Definition: a course that provides an introduction to an art or science (or to more advanced study generally)
Similar words: course, course of instruction, course of study, class
Definition: education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
Usage: he took a course in basket weaving; flirting is not unknown in college classes
Synonyms: preparative, preparatory, propaedeutic
Definition: preceding and preparing for something
Usage: preparatory steps
Similar words: preceding
Definition: existing or coming before