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1.nounThe first showing of a film, play or other form of entertainment, often held as a special event with celebrity guests.
2.nounThe first episode of a television show or a particular season of that show.
3.nounIn a series of narrative works, the installment that is chronologically set first.
4.nounThe leading woman of a group, especially in a theatrical cast.
5.verbOf a film or play, to play for the first time."The new film premieres this weekend."
6.verbTo present a film or play for the first time."The local theatre will premiere its latest play this week."