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commencement
noun com·mence·ment \kə-ˈmen(t)s-mənt\
: the time when something begins
: a ceremony during which degrees or diplomas are given to students who have graduated from a school or college
Full Definition of COMMENCEMENT
1
: an act, instance, or time of commencing
2
a : the ceremonies or the day for conferring degrees or diplomas b : the period of activities at this time
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First Known Use of COMMENCEMENT
13th century
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commencement
noun com·mence·ment \kə-ˈmens-mənt\
Definition of COMMENCEMENT for Kids
1
: graduation exercises
2
: the act or the time of beginning <We look forward to commencement of the school year.>
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