Usage Note
Inaugurer is used for formal openings of buildings, exhibitions, or political mandates. The related noun inauguration (feminine) is also common. A subtlety: you can inaugurer une tradition — 'to start a tradition for the first time'.
Examples
"Le maire a inauguré la nouvelle bibliothèque."
Natural Translation
The mayor inaugurated the new library.
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