Definitions

1. noun

A section of a work, typically a play or a novel, that is introduced before the main narrative begins, often providing background information or setting the scene.

“The prolog of the Shakespearean play provided insight into the world in which the characters lived.”

2. noun

A programming language used for artificial intelligence and other applications, particularly for writing expert systems and logic-based rules.

“The AI system was implemented using the Prolog language, allowing it to reason and draw conclusions from given data.”

3. verb

To write or introduce a prolog, especially for a play or a novel.

“The author prologued the story with a detailed description of the setting and characters.”