start
//stɑːrt//
Verb
to begin doing something or to cause something to begin
I start work at 9 o'clock every morning.
to begin to operate or function, or to cause a machine or engine to begin operating
The car won't start.
to begin a journey or to leave a place
We need to start early tomorrow morning.
to establish or create a business, organization, or institution
She started her own company last year.
to jump or move suddenly because of surprise or fear
A loud noise made me start.
Noun
the beginning or first part of something
The start of the movie was exciting.
the point or place where something begins
The race begins at the start line.
an advantage or lead at the beginning of a race or competition
The younger runners were given a 10-second start.
a sudden involuntary movement caused by surprise or alarm
She woke with a start when she heard the loud noise.