Senses
序 order
(bound form) Order or sequence; the arrangement of things in time or space.
序 preface
The preface or foreword to a book; also refers to introductory sections of a performance or event, such as a prologue.
序 to arrange
(literary) To arrange items or people in their proper order or sequence.
序 school
(archaic) A name for schools or local educational institutions in ancient China.
序 side rooms
(archaic) The walls or side rooms on the east and west sides of a main hall.
序 surname
A Chinese surname
序 parting essay
(literary) An essay written to express good wishes or thoughts to a friend upon their departure