commencement

/kəˈmɛnsmənt/ · noun

Meaning

The first existence of anything; act or fact of commencing
The day when degrees are conferred by colleges and universities upon students and others.
A graduation ceremony, from a school, college or university.

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Related words

beginning(English)outset(English)start(English)offset(English)first(English)graduation(English)kickoff(English)commencement ceremony(English)convocation(English)seniority(English)cilia(English)ceremonies(English)

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