Definition of starting

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • starting is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • starting is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • starting is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of starting


  • a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) (noun)

    Examples

    1. his starting meant that the coach thought he was one of their best linemen

    Synonyms

    1. start
  • appropriate to the beginning or start of an event (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the starting point
    2. hands in the starting position
  • (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear (adjective)

    Examples

    1. with eyes starting from their sockets

See definition of starting in Merriam Webster