2. To acquaint with the beginnings; to instruct in the rudiments or
principles; to introduce.
Providence would only initiate mankind into the useful knowledge of
her treasures, leaving the rest to employ our industry.
Dr. H. More.
To initiate his pupil into any part of learning, an ordinary skill
in the governor is enough.
Locke.
3. To introduce into a society or organization; to confer membership
on; especially, to admit to a secret order with mysterious rites or
ceremonies.
The Athenians believed that he who was initiated and instructed in
the mysteries would obtain celestial honor after death.
Bp. Warburton.
He was initiated into half a dozen clubs before he was one and
twenty.
Spectator.
In*i"ti*ate, v. i. To do the first act; to perform the first rite; to
take the initiative. [R.] Pope.