inauguration
/ɪˌnɔːɡjəˈreɪʃən/
noun
- A formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a leader's term in office, such as a president or governor.
- The mayor's inauguration was held at the city hall with a large crowd.
- She attended the inauguration of the new university president last week.
- Millions of people watched the presidential inauguration on television.
- The beginning or first use of something, such as a new system, project, or building.
- The inauguration of the recycling program encouraged more people to go green.
- The inauguration of the new subway line reduced traffic in the city.
- The company celebrated the inauguration of its new headquarters with a party.
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