leadoff

/ˈlidˌɔf/
adjective
  1. First in a series or sequence; starting.
    • The leadoff speaker introduced the main topic.
    • They published the leadoff chapter online for free.
    • Her leadoff question caught everyone's attention.
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noun
  1. The first action or event in a series; a beginning or start.
    • We need a solid leadoff to get the project moving.
    • The team's strong defense was a good leadoff to the season.
    • Her speech was the leadoff for the conference.
  2. In baseball, the first batter in a team's lineup or the first batter in an inning.
    • A good leadoff can set the tone for the entire inning.
    • He has been the team's leadoff for three seasons.
    • The leadoff hitter walked to start the game.
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