Start-up

noun

noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of startup. alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable

Synonyms

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inaugurationinauguration

Example

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"A U.S. start-up has reverse-engineered the coffee bean, producing imitation coffee with the same flavor — but without the time, expense and environmental impact of using beans."

Etymology

Deverbal from start up.

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