jump-started; jump-starting; jump-starts
Definition of jump-start
1
: to start (an engine or vehicle) by temporary connection to an external power source (such as another vehicle's battery)
2a
: to start or restart (something) rapidly or forcefully
advertising can jump-start a political campaign
b
: to impart fresh or renewed energy to (something) : energize
a plan to jump-start the stagnant economy
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The first known use of jump-start was in 1973
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