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start Definition and Meaning in English (start definition)

verb
Synonyms:begincommenceinitiate
Quick Answer • Definition

Start definition: To begin an action, activity, or process.

Definitions of Start

  1. 1verb

    To begin an action, activity, or process.

  2. 2noun

    The point in time or space at which something begins.

  3. 3verb

    To cause a machine or engine to begin operating.

Example Sentences

casual

“Let's start the meeting now.”

casual

“The race had a very exciting start.”

casual

“He tried to start the car, but it wouldn't turn over.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensestarted
present participlestarting
agent nounstarter

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

start overphrasal_verb

To begin again from the beginning.

start from scratchidiom

To begin from nothing, without any prior preparation or advantage.

get off to a good startexpression

To begin an activity or process successfully.

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What is the meaning of Start in English?▼
Start definition: To begin an action, activity, or process.
How do you translate 'Start' to English?▼
'Start' translates to 'start' in English. Start definition: To begin an action, activity, or process.
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