inaugurate
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/ɪˈnɔːɡjəreɪt/
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/ɪˈnɔːɡjəreɪt/
to formally start someone's new job as a leader with a special event
They will inaugurate the new president with a big ceremony next month.
to officially open a new building or organization with a ceremony
The city will inaugurate the new library with a special opening event.
to begin something new or important
This new policy will inaugurate a better way of doing things for everyone.