noun
refers to the introductory section of a book or document, typically including the title page, table of contents, preface, and other information
adjective
describing the matter that comes at the beginning or front of a book or document
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The front matter of the book includes the title page, copyright information, and table of contents.
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Make sure to check out the front matter of the book for all the important details.
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I always skip the front matter of books because it's usually boring stuff.
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In life, the front matter is like the introduction to a new chapter.