jump starter
A "jump starter" is a crucial tool for reviving dead or weak vehicle batteries and can also describe someone who initiates activities.
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Definition
B2Automotive
(technical)A portable device that provides a temporary power boost to a vehicle's battery to start the engine.
Example
- I always keep a jump starter in my trunk for emergencies.
- The jump starter quickly revived my car's dead battery.
B2General
(informal)A person or thing that initiates or accelerates a process or activity.
Example
- She's the jump starter of our team, always motivating us to begin new projects.
- The new policy acted as a jump starter for economic growth.
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