Definition
An advantage consisting in starting a competition or task earlier than might be expected; given (or taken), for example, prior to the beginning of a race.
A factor conducive to superiority and success.
In Context
- "Fred gave his younger brother a five-minute head start in the Easter egg hunt."
- "I want to set off at dawn to get a head start over the competition."
- "a day and a half head start"
- "His father's money gave him a head start in life."
Also Said As
- forestart