in·au·gu·rate ( n-ô gy -r t )tr.v. in·au·gu·rat·ed, in·au·gu·rat·ing, in·au·gu·rates 1. To induct into office by a formal ceremony. 2. To cause to begin, especially officially or formally: inaugurate a new immigration policy. See Synonyms at begin. 3. To open or begin use of formally with a ceremony; dedicate: inaugurate a community center. [Latin inaugur re, inaugurt-, to consecrate by augury : in-, intensive pref.; see in-2 + augurre, to augur (from augur, soothsayer; see aug- in Indo-European roots).]in·au gu·rator n. |
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