start

US /stɑːrt/
UK /stɑːrt/
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1.

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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beginningcommencementoutset
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endfinish
2.

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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launchonsetoutset
1.

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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begincommenceinitiate
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stopfinish
2.

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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establishfoundlaunch
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endstop
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