self-starter

• Nom désignant une personne énergique et pleine d'initiative, ou un dispositif électrique qui démarre automatiquement un moteur à combustion interne.

A noun referring to an energetic person with unusual initiative, or an electric starting motor that automatically starts an internal-combustion engine.

1. Proactive personB2formal

   An energetic individual who takes initiative and works independently without needing constant supervision.

   Personne proactive

   • The company is looking for a self-starter to lead the new project.
   • She is a real self-starter who always finds ways to improve processes.
   • As a self-starter, he completed the assignment ahead of schedule.

   Synonymesdynamoeager beavergo-getterinitiator

2. Engine starterC1formaltechnical

   An electric motor that automatically starts an internal-combustion engine, replacing the need for a hand crank.

   démarreur électrique

   • The mechanic replaced the faulty self-starter in the car.
   • Modern vehicles rely on a self-starter for ignition.
   • The self-starter engages when you turn the key in the ignition.

   Synonymesstarter