initial
/ɪˈnɪʃəl/initial
ADJECTIVEDefinition of initial
The initial period, stages, etc. come near the beginning.
Example: They send most workers to the US after an initial training period of three months.
An initial is the first letter of a name.
Example: He found a bag with the initials D.B.R.
If you initial something, you write the first letter of each of your names on it (or sometimes just your first and last name), usually to show approval.
Example: Can you initial this form here, please?
initial
EXAMPLESExamples of initial
They send most workers to the US after an initial training period of three months.
Example sentenceWith these cars, the initial cost is high, but you save money in the long run.
Example sentenceHe found a bag with the initials D.B.R.
Example sentenceHis name is Daniel Jr., His initial is D.J.
Example sentenceCan you initial this form here, please?
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