1. Noun
The act of innovating; introduction of something new, in customs, rites, etc.
2. Noun
A change effected by innovating; a change in customs; something new, and contrary to established customs, manners, or rites.
3. Noun
A newly formed shoot, or the annually produced addition to the stems of many mosses.
4. Noun
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new; "she looked forward to her initiation as an adult"; "the foundation of a new scientific society"
Vocabulary classified under Academic vocabulary
5. Noun
the creation of something in the mind
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare
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