Definition of "debut" in Englisch

noun

1. A performer's first performance to the public, in sport, the arts or some other area.

   • Hulking defenceman Gudbranson, who came to Vancouver in a trade with the Florida Panthers last May, scored in his debut for the Canucks.

2. (also attributive) The first public presentation of a theatrical play, motion picture, opera, musical composition, dance, or other performing arts piece.

   • Since making its debut two years ago, the program has gained cult status.
   • their long-anticipated debut album

3. The first appearance of a debutante in society.

4. (Philippines) The coming-of-age celebration of a woman's eighteenth birthday.

verb

1. (transitive, chiefly US) to formally introduce, as to the public

   • Amalgamated Software Systems debuted release 3.2 in Spring of 2004.

2. (intransitive) to make one's initial formal appearance

   • Release 3.2 debuted to mixed reviews in Spring of 2004.