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 法律翻译文楷,毕业于新加坡知名法学院,专注翻译各类与合并许可有关的法律文件。