1. inaugural addresses or speeches given at the beginning of a term of office
2. inaugural ceremonies or events marking the beginning of something

Examples

• The library has a collection of presidential inaugurals dating back to Washington.
• Students studied famous inaugurals to understand American political rhetoric.
• The museum displays programs from various gubernatorial inaugurals.
• Historians compare the themes found in different presidential inaugurals.
• The university’s inaugurals for new presidents are always well-attended.
• She collected memorabilia from corporate inaugurals and grand openings.