initiation
nounStress: fourth syllable
Syllables: i-nit-i-a-tion (5)
English Definition
The action of admitting someone into a secret or obscure society or group
Example Sentence
The initiation ceremony for new members of the club will be held next week.
US IPA
/ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃn/
UK IPA
/ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃn/