starting
/ˈstɑrtɪŋ/
noun
- The act of beginning something.
- Good planning makes the starting of a project much easier.
- The starting of the race was delayed by rain.
- The starting of the engine was loud and sudden.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to the beginning of something, especially a race or process.
- The starting salary for the job is $40,000 per year.
- The runners lined up at the starting line.
- She took the starting position in the relay.