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initiation
—initiation /ɪˌnɪʃ.iˈeɪ.ʃən/
Ⅰ noun [C or U] (INTRODUCTION) ► F0 an occasion when someone is first introduced to an activity or skill: » My initiation into the mysteries of home brewing was not a success.Thesaurus+: ↑Ceremonies
Ⅱ noun [U] FORMAL (START) ► F0 an occasion when something starts: » Lawyers for the couple have announced the initiation of divorce proceedings.Thesaurus+: ↑Beginnings and starts |