(pronounced i.naw.gruhl)
Meaning: The word inaugural marks the beginning of an institution, activity, or period of office.
Origin: In use since the 1680s, the word is derived from French inaugural, which has been around since the 17th Century. The French word is from inaugurer "to inaugurate”, which is from Latin inaugurare, of the same meaning. The noun meaning "an inaugural address" has been in use from 1832.
Following a spike in usage from the 1850s to the 1900s, the usage of the word has remained fairly even.
Usage: The inaugural Women's Premier League auction saw some of the top international women players end up with fat pay cheques.
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