"inauguration" in the noun sense
1. inauguration, startup
the act of starting a new operation or practice
"he opposed the inauguration of fluoridation"
"the startup of the new factory was delayed by strikes"
2. inauguration, inaugural
the ceremonial induction into a position
"the new president obviously enjoyed his inauguration"
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