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Definition & Meaning of "inaugural"in English

Inaugural
01

the speech delivered by a newly elected President of the United States at their swearing-in ceremony, articulating their plans for their term in office 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
inaugurals
Examples
The President delivered a compelling inaugural, outlining the administration's key priorities and vision for the nation. 
02

the ceremonial induction into a position 

inaugural
01

occurring at or characteristic of a formal investiture or induction 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
02

marking the beginning or initiation of something, often an event, series, or period 

Examples
The inaugural address of the president set the tone for his administration. 
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