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STARTER

(noun)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Starter.

How to pronounce starter:

US

Starter - as a noun

An electric motor for starting an engine

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
starter motorstarting motor
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
electric motor
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contestant12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The official who signals the beginning of a race or competition

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dispatcher18

Any new participant in some activity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
entrant7fledgeling16fledgling15freshman16neophyte16newbie11newcomer15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beginner11initiate8novice11tiro4tyro7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
appetiser13appetizer22
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
course8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crank11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hand tool
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough

Example: "To make sourdough you need a starter"

Example Sentences

"I ordered a soup as a starter for my meal."
"She always chooses the seafood option as her starter."
"The starter motor in my car broke down and needed to be replaced."
"He is an excellent tennis player and often plays as the starter in tournaments."
"The chef prepared a delicious salad as the starter for the dinner party."
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Word Game Points

Is STARTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, starter is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STARTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is STARTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, starter is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STARTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is STARTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, starter is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STARTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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