Jump-start definition
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To start (the engine of a motor vehicle) by using jumper cables, or by pushing the vehicle and then suddenly releasing the clutch when the vehicle has begun to roll.
verb
To start (the engine of a motor vehicle) by using a booster cable connected to the battery of another vehicle or by engaging the drivetrain while the vehicle is rolling downhill or being pushed.
verb
(informal) To start or reinvigorate (an activity, system, or process).
verb
The act, process, or an instance of starting a motor vehicle by using a booster cable or suddenly releasing the clutch while the vehicle is being pushed.
noun
(informal) The act or an instance of starting or setting in motion a stalled or sluggish system or process.
noun
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(informal) To start or start up, energize, revive, etc.
A plan to jump-start the economy.
verb
The act of jump-starting an engine.
noun
(informal) A quick start, recovery, etc.
noun
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(figuratively) To reactivate or rejuvenate.
Giving a really good speech at the convention could jump-start her political career.
verb
Alternative Forms
Alternative Form of jump-start -
jumpstart