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inauguration
What does inauguration mean?
inauguration (noun): the ceremonial induction into a position.
Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.
How do you pronounce inauguration?
/ɪˌnɔɡjəˈɹeɪʃən/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does inauguration come from?
From Middle French inauguration.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Words related to inauguration
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “inauguration” mean?
the ceremonial induction into a position
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a large quantity or number; a great deal
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activities that are enjoyable or amusing
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a healthy capacity for vigorous activity
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