Start-up

Pronunciation: /ˈstɑːrˌtʌp/

Start-up (noun)

  1. A new company that has just begun operating, often with a small team and early funding.
  2. A young business still building its product, customers, and stable income.

Examples

  • The start-up begins with a clear plan and a small team.
  • A start-up needs funding before it can grow quickly.

Start-up (adjective)

  1. Connected with a new company that is just beginning to operate.

Examples

  • She joined a start-up team to build a new product.
  • They discussed start-up ideas during the first meeting.