inauguration

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From inaugurate.

[edit] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ɪnɔːɡ(j)ʊˈɹeɪʃən/
• Rhymes: -eɪʃǝn

[edit] Noun

inauguration (plural inaugurations)

1. The act of inaugurating, or inducting into office with solemnity; investiture by appropriate ceremonies.
2. The formal beginning or initiation of any movement, course of action, etc.; as, the inauguration of a new system, a new condition, etc.

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