Debut

Quick meaning: Debut is a noun meaning A performer's first performance to the public, in sport, the arts or some other area.

Meaning

A performer's first performance to the public, in sport, the arts or some other area.

More Meanings

1. The first appearance of a debutante in society.
2. (Philippines) The coming-of-age celebration of a woman's eighteenth birthday.
3. (transitive, chiefly US) To formally introduce, as to the public.
4. (intransitive) To make one's initial formal appearance.
5. (also attributive) The first public presentation of a theatrical play, motion picture, opera, musical composition, dance, or other performing arts piece.

Example Sentences

their long-anticipated debut album

Release 3.2 debuted to mixed reviews in Spring of 2004.

Amalgamated Software Systems debuted release 3.2 in Spring of 2004.

Since making its debut two years ago, the program has gained cult status.

Word Forms

• debuts
• debuting
• debuted

Synonyms for debut

Depending on context, synonyms include entry, unveiling, launching, introduction.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include introduction, entry, unveiling, launching, premiere, appearance.

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