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Definition start out in British English

start out phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

to begin as one thing and develop into something else

Example

Some businesses start out as hobbies.

Synonyms and related words
transition change turn into
1.1

used about someone's career

Example

He started out as a salesperson before turning to poetry.

2

to begin a journey

Example

We started out at five o'clock and got there at eight.

Synonyms and related words
depart embark on hit the road
3

to intend to do or be something

Example

She didn't start out to be a model.

Synonyms and related words
intend aim plan on
Definition start out in British English