n.

1. 主動的表示，提議[P1]
   Their government is making overtures for peace.

   他們的政府正在作出和平的表示。

2. （歌劇的）前奏曲，序曲[C]
3. 開端，序幕[C]

n.

1. an orchestral piece at the beginning of a musical work.
   ▸an independent orchestral composition in one movement.
2. an introduction to something more substantial.
3. an approach made with the aim of opening negotiations or establishing a relationship.