Definition of 'commencement'

Noun

1. the time at which something is supposed to begin; "they got an early start"; "she knew from the get-go that he was the man for her"
      Synonyms: beginning first outset get-go start kickoff starting time showtime offset
      Antonyms: middle end ending
2. an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred
      Synonyms: commencement exercise commencement ceremony graduation graduation exercise
3. the act of starting something; "he was responsible for the beginning of negotiations"
      Synonyms: beginning start
      Antonyms: finish finishing

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