debut
Americannoun
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a first public appearance on a stage, on television, etc.
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the first appearance of something, as a new product.
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(of a young woman) a formal introduction and entrance into society, as at an annual ball.
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the beginning of a profession, career, etc.
verb (used without object)
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to make a debut, as in society or in a performing art.
She decided to debut with several other violinists.
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to appear for the first time, as on the market.
A new product will debut next month.
verb (used with object)
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to perform (something) for the first time before an audience.
He didn't know when the orchestra would debut his new symphony.
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to place on the market for the first time; introduce.
adjective
noun
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the first public appearance of an actor, musician, etc, or the first public presentation of a show
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( as modifier )
debut album
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the presentation of a debutante
verb
Etymology
Origin of debut
1745–55; < French début, derivative of débuter to make the first stroke in a game, make one's first appearance, equivalent to dé- de- + -buter, verbal derivative of but goal; butt 2
Example Sentences
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The Surrey man has been under pressure since Bethell made his Test debut in New Zealand at the end of last year, when the left-hander made three half-centuries in as many matches.
From BBC
The Russo brothers, of course, made their Marvel Cinematic Universe debut at the helm of the the 2014 film “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.”
From Los Angeles Times
Shooting Benson Boone’s trademark leaping acrobatics at his Coachella debut this year gave me the chance to bridge the gap between musical generations.
From Los Angeles Times
Ken Goodall, a number eight from City of Derry RFC, rose quickly through the competitive ranks of rugby, making his Ireland debut at the age of 19.
From BBC
The announcement comes just days after rival DraftKings debuted its own prediction market in 38 states.
From Barron's
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