English Explanatory Dictionary

running start

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A start to a race in which a contestant is already at full speed before reaching the starting line or take-off point.
  2. An initial advantage at the beginning of some action or pursuit; a head start.

Word forms

running start running starts

Related words

flying start rolling start
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