Meaning & Definition of word "Starter"

Starter

/ˈstɑːrtər/

1. A person or thing that starts something.
- Example: The coach called a time-out to replace the starter with a more experienced player.
2. A dish served at the beginning of a meal.
- Example: For our first course, we ordered a vegetable starter.
3. A device used to initiate the operation of a machine or engine.
- Example: He had to replace the faulty starter in his car to get it running again.
4. An introductory course or practice.
- Example: The university offers a starter program for students new to online learning.
5. An ingredient used to initiate fermentation in food or drink, such as sourdough bread.
- Example: She kept her sourdough starter alive for years by regularly feeding it.

From the verb 'start' + the suffix '-er', indicating a person or thing that performs an action.

starter pack:

A set of items or tools that are ideal for beginners in a certain activity.

starter home:

A modestly priced home suitable for a first-time buyer.

starter pistol:

A blank-firing gun used to signal the start of a race.

start:

To begin or commence an action.

starter kit:

A collection of items for beginners to start an activity.

start-up:

A new business venture usually in its early stages.

Meaning: A newbie or beginner in a particular activity or area.

Example Sentence: He's just a starter; give him some time to learn.

Meaning: A casual term for someone who initiates conversation or activities.

Example Sentence: She’s the starter of our group chats, always bringing up new topics.