Starter
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
a culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough
Framework senses
- §1
- a culture containing yeast or bacteria that is used to start the process of fermentation or souring in making butter or cheese or dough
- §2
- a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle
- §3
- an electric motor for starting an engine
- §4
- food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course)
- §5
- any new participant in some activity
- §6
- the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition
- §7
- a contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning