inauguration

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ɪnɔːɡ(j)ʊˈreɪʃən/

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Noun

Singular inauguration

Plural inaugurations

1. Inauguration is the formal beginning or initiation of any act.
2. Inauguration is the formal formal admission of someone to office.

   The President's inauguration will happen in 2 weeks.

Related words

• inaugural
• inaugurate