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starter

UK
/ˈstɑːtə/
US
/ˈstɑrtər/

Translations

starternoun
starters
pl
UK
/ˈstɑːtə/
US
/ˈstɑrtər/
We ordered a salad as a starter before the main course.
Мы заказали салат в качестве закуски перед основным блюдом.
The coach gave special attention to the starter players on the team.
Тренер уделял особое внимание начинающим игрокам в команде.
The car wouldn't start because the starter was broken.
Машина не заводилась, потому что стартер был сломан.
Additional translations
пускатель
запуск
Synonyms
initiator
foreword
beginner
appetizer
prelude
introduction
opening
starteradjective
more starter
Comp.
most starter
Super.
UK
/ˈstɑː.tə/
US
/ˈstɑr.tɚ/
Used attributively to describe items intended for beginners or for initial use (e.g., starter kit, starter home).
Synonyms
first
primary
inaugural
incipient
nascent
initial
introductory
opening
preliminary
beginning

Definitions

starternoun
An official who signals the beginning of a race or competition, typically by firing a gun or giving another audible/visual cue.
The starter raised his flag and the swimmers dove into the pool.
A device that initiates the operation of a machine, especially an engine.
The car wouldn't start because the starter was malfunctioning.
A small dish served as the first course of a meal.
We ordered a salad as a starter before the main course.
A person who starts a game or event, often in sports.
The coach announced the starters for the basketball game.
A substance used to initiate a chemical reaction, especially in baking or fermentation.
The sourdough starter needs to be fed regularly to keep it active.
Something that serves to initiate discussion or activity; an ice-breaker.
Her quirky hat was a real conversation starter at the party.
starteradjective
Designed for or suitable for beginners or for an initial stage.
They purchased a small starter home before upgrading to something larger.
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