starting point
A 'starting point' is the origin or initial stage from which something begins, whether it's a journey, process, or idea.
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Definition
B1General
(common)The initial position or location from which something begins.
Example
- They set off from the starting point early in the morning.
B2Conceptual
(academic, technical)An idea or fact that serves as the foundation for further discussion or investigation.
Example
- The hypothesis served as a starting point for the research study.
B1Activity
(business, project)The initial phase or stage of a process or activity.
Example
- The meeting was the starting point for the new project.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "starting point":
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