Within a book, all content preceding the main text or work itself.

(idiomatic) A natural or logical outcome. / (idiomatic) An expected or customary outcome.

(adverbial) Actually, in fact.

it is not important; do not fret (used to reassure or comfort the person to whom it is said) / I withdraw my previous statement (often used if it wasn't heard or understood).

(followed by a phrase) Regardless, in spite of. / (not followed by a phrase) Regardless of any or most possible adverse circumstances.

(obsolete) Somewhat; slightly; a little.

(physics) Any form of matter, such as a solid or liquid, in which there are strong interactions between neighbouring atoms

printed material produced by printers and publishers, including books, magazines, brochures, booklets, publicity material and newspapers, especially in relation to cheaper postage rates on such material.

The body of medieval literature and legendary material associated with Great Britain, and sometimes Brittany, and the legendary kings and heroes associated with it, particularly King Arthur.

(idiomatic) An inevitable result; something that is bound to happen.