starting meaning and definition

STARTING noun

Definition of starting (noun)

1. a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning)
   • "he got his start because one of the regular pitchers was in the hospital"; "his starting meant that the coach thought he was one of their best linemen"
   • synonyms: start

STARTING adjective

Definition of starting (adjective)

1. (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
   • "with eyes starting from their sockets"
2. appropriate to the beginning or start of an event
   • "the starting point"; "hands in the starting position"