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Meaning of started
The primary meaning of the word "started" is to begin or initiate something.
Definitions
- To begin or initiate something, such as an action, process, or activity
- * To set something in motion or to initiate a sequence of events
- * To begin a new venture, project, or endeavor
Etymology of started
The word "started" originates from the Old English word "startian," which means to start or spring
It is also related to the Old Norse word "starta," which means to start or begin
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of beginning or initiating something
Example Uses
- The company started operations in 2010 and has since become a leading player in the industry
- * She started her career as a teacher and later became a principal
- * The project started with a small team but eventually grew to include hundreds of employees
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