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starters

Pronunciation: [ˈstɑːrtərz]

Word

Learn how to use starters in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) Starters are small dishes served before the main meal. They are meant to be a tasty way to get your appetite going and can include things like soup or salad.

Example

For dinner, we had delicious starters like bruschetta and stuffed mushrooms.

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We didn't order any starters because we were too full from lunch.

Example

What starters do you think we should try at the restaurant?

Context: “games”

(noun) In games, starters refer to the players who begin the game on the field or court. These players start the game and play for the first part of it.

Example

The coach decided to make her the starter for the big game tonight.

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He was disappointed that he didn't get to be one of the starters this season.

Example

Who are the starters for the basketball team this year?

Context: “beginnings”

(noun) Starters can also mean the things or people that begin a process or activity. They are just like the first steps in starting something new.

Example

The new students are the starters for this program, and we are excited to see what they will bring!

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Without the right starters, the project might not get off the ground.

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What are some good starters to help us get this project going?

How to pronounce starters

Pronunciation: [ˈstɑːrtərz]

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