Starter

usgb/ˈstɑːrtər/
noun

Something that starts or begins something else.

The button on the car dashboard is the starter.
Visual representation of "starter" - Something that starts or begins something else.

Often appears as...

  • car starter
  • starter motor
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Initiating Action

Used to describe objects or mechanisms that cause something to run or operate.

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Pressing the starter gets the mower running.
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Metaphorical Use

Can be used metaphorically for people causing events or activities to commence.

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She was the starter of the new community project.
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