debut

or dé·but

[ dey-byoo, dih-, dey-byoo, deb-yoo ]

noun

1. a first public appearance on a stage, on television, etc.
2. the first appearance of something, as a new product.
3. (of a young woman) a formal introduction and entrance into society, as at an annual ball.
4. the beginning of a profession, career, etc.

verb (used without object)

1. to make a debut, as in society or in a performing art:

   She decided to debut with several other violinists.

2. to appear for the first time, as on the market:

   A new product will debut next month.

verb (used with object)

1. to perform (something) for the first time before an audience:

   He didn't know when the orchestra would debut his new symphony.

2. to place on the market for the first time; introduce.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or constituting a first appearance:

   a debut performance; a debut record album.

debut

/ ˈdeɪbjuː; ˈdɛbjuː /

noun

1. 1. the first public appearance of an actor, musician, etc, or the first public presentation of a show
   2. ( as modifier )

      debut album

2. the presentation of a debutante

verb

1. to make a debut

Word History and Origins

Origin of debut¹

1745–55; < French début, derivative of débuter to make the first stroke in a game, make one's first appearance, equivalent to dé- de- + -buter, verbal derivative of but goal; butt ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of debut¹

C18: from French début, from Old French desbuter to play first (hence: make one's first appearance), from des- de- + but goal, target; see butt ²

Example Sentences

All nine episodes of "Say Nothing" debut Thursday, Nov. 14 on Hulu.

From Salon

The Southampton midfielder, who is on loan at Sheffield Wednesday, made his debut two years ago against Greece under former manager Ian Baraclough.

From BBC

Carl is voiced by Kai Barham, who has autism and makes his acting debut with this series.

From Los Angeles Times

Long the economic engine that has powered the company, Disney’s theme park finances have been closely watched by analysts, particularly as rival Universal plans to debut its Epic Universe theme park in Orlando next year.

From Los Angeles Times

With the Lakers’ top brass and LeBron James looking on, Bronny James makes his NBA G League debut, scoring six points in a South Bay Lakers win.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• appearance
• beginning
• inauguration
• introduction
• launching
• opener
• presentation