noun
- formal ceremonies marking the beginning of something important, especially the start of a term of office
Usage: plural of inauguration
Examples
- Presidential inaugurations are held every four years in January.
- The university scheduled several inaugurations for new department heads.
- Historic inaugurations often draw large crowds of spectators.
- The mayor attended three different inaugurations this month.
- Television networks provide extensive coverage of presidential inaugurations.
- Many inaugurations include speeches, oaths, and ceremonial traditions.