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.
新学年の始まりは、学生にとって常に興奮する時期です。
a ceremony where students receive their degrees or diplomas
The university commencement ceremony will be held in the main auditorium next week.
大学の卒業式は来週、メイン講堂で開催されます。