1. the first public performance of a play, movie, or musical work

1. to give the first public performance of something

1. first in importance, order, or position; leading

Examples

• The movie premiere attracted many celebrities.
• We attended the premiere of the new Broadway show.
• The film will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
• The network will premiere the series next month.
• She is the premiere violinist in the orchestra.
• This is the premiere hotel in the city.
• The premiere episode drew millions of viewers.