Debut
/deɪˈbjuː/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe first public appearance or performance of a person or thing.
/deɪˈbjuː/
A person's first public appearance or performance.
The singer's debut album was a massive success.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're a new singer performing for the first time on stage. That first performance is your debut! It's your big introduction to the world.
👶 For kids: When someone does something for the very first time in public, like singing a song or acting in a play, that's called a debut!
More Examples
She is excited about her debut in the upcoming film.
The orchestra's debut concert was a memorable event.
How It's Used
"The young actress made her stage debut to rave reviews."
"The rookie made his professional debut in last night's game."
To make a first appearance or be introduced to the public.
/deɪˈbjuː/
To make a first public appearance.
The band will debut their new song on the radio.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're launching a new product or showing off your amazing talent for the first time – you're debuting it! It's the moment you introduce it to everyone.
👶 For kids: To debut means to show something for the very first time, like a new toy you've made!
More Examples
She debuted a new fashion line at the show.
The film debuted to mixed reviews.
How It's Used
"The artist will debut her new collection at the gallery opening."
"The company debuted its new product at the trade show."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
make one's debut
To make a first public appearance or perform.
"She made her debut as a concert pianist at the age of 16."
From French *début*, meaning 'beginning', derived from the verb *débuter*, 'to begin'. Ultimately from the Latin *dis-*, 'away' + *buter*, related to 'to bud'.
The word 'debut' gained popularity in English in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, largely due to the influence of French culture and the increasing use of public performances.
Memory tip
Think of the first time you showed off your talents.
Word Origin
"beginning, first appearance"