initiation instruction

noun phrase

UK /ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃən ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

US /ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃən ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

Instructions that tell you how to begin something new.

The initiation instructions showed the new members how to join the club.

SYNONYMS

starting directions beginning guidance opening instructions setup directions launch guidance

RELATED WORDS

orientation onboarding training introduction preparation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The formal steps and rules for welcoming someone into a group.

The initiation instruction for the secret society was kept private.

3. A set of directions for starting a machine or process.

Read the initiation instructions before you turn on the device.

4. Teaching given at the start of a course or program.

The teacher gave initiation instructions on the first day of class.