initiation
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/ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃn/
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/ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃn/
The act of joining a group, often with a special ceremony, or learning a new activity.
The club has a fun initiation for new members to welcome them.
The act of starting something.
The initiation of the project was delayed due to bad weather.