n.
1.an electric motor for starting an engine
2.a culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough
3.a contestant who is in the game at the beginning
4.the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition
5.any new participant in some activity
6.food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)
7.a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle
Idiom of the Day
if the shoe fits, wear it
if something that is said describes you then it probably is meant for you
The man was complaining that many workers at his company were lazy. However, his friend looked at him and said that if the shoe fits, wear it.