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.
新學年的開始對學生來說總是一個激動人心的時刻。
a ceremony where students receive their degrees or diplomas
The university commencement ceremony will be held in the main auditorium next week.
大學畢業典禮將於下週在主禮堂舉行。