commencement

🇺🇸 /kəˈmensmənt/ 🇬🇧 /kəˈmensmənt/
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Tags TOP20000
noun
R

the start or beginning of something

The commencement of the new school year is always an exciting time for students.

R

a ceremony where students receive their degrees or diplomas

The university commencement ceremony will be held in the main auditorium next week.

translation

n. the start or beginning of something; a ceremony where students receive their degrees or diplomas

Word Forms

Plural commencements