introductory clauseglossary / INTRODUCTORY CLAUSE introductory clause. The first paragraph of a contract, which typically begins with words such as “This Agreement is made on [date] between [parties’ names].” — Also termed commencement; exordium. 词条贡献者 资深译员玉晶,毕业于国内顶尖的高级翻译学院,擅长翻译各类与环境、安全与健康相关的法律文件。