Commencement

noun

/kəˈmɛnsmənt/

Word Frequency: 3.0

Definitions

1.nounThe first existence of anything; act or fact of commencing

"The time of Henry VII nearly coincides with the commencement of what is termed modern history."

2.nounThe day when degrees are conferred by colleges and universities upon students and others.

3.nounA graduation ceremony, from a school, college or university.

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