commencement
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/kəˈmensmənt/
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/kəˈmensmənt/
the start or beginning of something
The commencement of the new school year is always an exciting time for students.
新学年的开始对学生来说总是一个激动人心的时刻。
a ceremony where students receive their degrees or diplomas
The university commencement ceremony will be held in the main auditorium next week.
大学毕业典礼将于下周在主礼堂举行。