Definition of "kick-start" []

• To start by using a kick starter: He kick-started the motorcycle and took off. (verb-transitive)
• Informal To start or reinvigorate (an activity, system, or process): kick-start the economy with a large construction project. (verb-transitive)

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• "Imagine: a fragrance that can potentially kick-start a kaleidoscope of smooth, comfortable, turbulence-free, and even sensual memories—all reflecting the Singapore Airlines brand."
• "Sven-Goran Eriksson is all set to kick-start his Foxes revolution by signing Jason Roberts from Blackburn reserves."
• "All it took for Sevilla to kick-start their season was to ditch the mother-in-law, reports Sid Lowe."