starting
UK: ˈstɑːtɪŋ | US: ˈstɑːrtɪŋ
n. the act of beginning something
v. (present participle of start) to begin an action or process
The word starting derives from the verb start, which originated from Old English styrtan (to leap up, jump up) and Proto-Germanic sturtijaną (to disturb, rouse). Over time, start evolved to mean "to begin motion or action." The suffix -ing is a productive English suffix used to form present participles or gerunds, indicating ongoing action or state. The combination starting thus logically represents the act or process of beginning.
She is starting a new job next week.
The engine is starting to make strange noises.
Starting a business requires careful planning.
He felt nervous before starting the race.
The movie is starting in five minutes.