overture Definition

overture
noun

1a. music.
An orchestral introduction to an opera, oratorio or ballet;
1b. music.
A one-movement orchestral composition in a similar style.
2. A proposal or offer intended to open a discussion, negotiations or a relationship, etc.

Thesaurus: proposition, invitation, advance, approach, suggestion, proposal.
Form: overtures (usually)

Etymology: 14c: French, meaning ‘opening', ultimately from Latin aperire, apertum to open.