starter
Translation
appetizer, first course, starting device, starting player
Examples
For a starter, I'll have the prawn cocktail.
For a starter, I'll have the shrimp cocktail.
The car's starter motor is broken.
The car's starter motor is broken.
Grammar Patterns
a starter. For a starter, I'll have the shrimp cocktail.
the starter (of/for sth.). The car's starter motor is broken.
Similar Words
Synonyms: appetizer, first course, beginner
Etymology
From the verb 'start' plus the suffix '-er', which indicates a person or thing that performs an action.
Memory Tips
A 'starter' is the dish that 'starts' your meal.