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 译者Rowland,毕业于世界顶级翻译学院,擅长翻译各种与商业地产买卖相关的法律文件。