Meaning of the word start in English

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start

US /stɑːrt/

UK /stɑːrt/

the point in time or space at which something begins

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The race will start at 10 AM.

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Let's make a fresh start.

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beginning commencement outset

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end finish

an act of setting out on a journey or activity

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We got an early start on our trip.

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The company made a strong start in the new market.

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launch onset outset

begin or be set in motion

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The car wouldn't start this morning.

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Let's start the meeting.

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begin commence initiate

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stop finish

cause to happen or begin

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He decided to start a new business.

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The coach will start the best players.

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establish found launch

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end stop

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