launching

n.	1.	the act of moving a newly-built vessel into the water for the first time.
	2.	the act of beginning something new.
	3.	the act of propelling with force.

Noun	1.	launching - the act of moving a newly-built vessel into the water for the first time
	2.	launching - the act of beginning something new; "they looked forward to the debut of their new product line" Synonyms: debut, first appearance, introduction, unveiling, entry
	3.	launching - the act of propelling with force Synonyms: launch

coming out, curtain raiser, debut, embarkation, embarkment, first appearance, floating, flotation, inaugural address, inauguration, induction, initiation, installation, installment, introduction, maiden speech, opener, preliminary, unveiling