inaugural

🇺🇸 /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/ 🇬🇧 /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/
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adjective
R

the first one in a series, marking the start of something important

She gave an inspirational speech at her inaugural lecture.

noun
R

the first speech or event that starts a new period, especially for a new leader

People gathered to listen to the president's inaugural.

translation

adj. the first one in a series, marking the start of something important
n. the first speech or event that starts a new period, especially for a new leader

Word Forms

Plural inaugurals