26984 words

initiation

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
an occasion when something starts:

Examples:

Lawyers for the couple have announced the initiation of divorce proceedings.
2
an occasion when someone is first introduced to an activity or skill:

Examples:

initiation into My initiation into the mysteries of home brewing was not a success.
3
the act of beginning something:

Examples:

The initiation and carrying out of such a measure, he wrote, is absolutely necessary.
4
a special ceremony or responsibility that signals the acceptance of someone into a group:

Examples:

[ C ] One fraternity’s initiation required new members to wear their coats inside out for a day.
[ U ] Sailors who charter a boat must pay a $495 initiation fee to join the club.

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