Commencement

GETGO

Think of the phrase that means "from the very start," often used to describe the beginning of a journey or process.

"Commencement" hints at a starting point, and "GETGO" is a playful way to say "get-go," meaning the very beginning of something. The phrase "from the get-go" is a common expression for "from the start," so the answer cleverly shortens it. The clue relies on recognizing this informal term rather than a strict dictionary definition.