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Springboard

noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A board consisting of a flexible, springy, cantilevered platform that propels one into the air, used for diving or gymnastics.
  2. 2
    a beginning from which an enterprise is launched wordnet
  3. 3
    Something that acts as a catalyst to begin or accelerate an action or growth. figuratively

    "The opportunity acted as a springboard for their success."

  4. 4
    a flexible board for jumping upward wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    To launch or propel as if from a springboard, especially toward political office. transitive

    "Such a change could amount to a seismic shift in the nation’s electoral dynamics, potentially springboarding a Republican into the White House, and the possibility has animated hopeful Republicans and fearful Democrats."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From spring + board.

Etymology 2

From spring + board.

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