kickoff

• 名词，指足球比赛中开球或重新开球的一脚，也泛指事件或活动的开始或启动。

A noun referring to the initial kick in a football game to start or restart play, also used generally to denote the start or launch of an event or activity.

1. Football startA2formalsport

   A kick from the center of the field to start a football game or to resume it after a score.

   开球

   • The kickoff is scheduled for 3 PM.
   • After the touchdown, the team prepared for the kickoff.
   • The crowd cheered as the kickoff began the match.

2. Beginning timeB1informal

   The time at which something is supposed to begin.

   开始时间

   • The kickoff for the conference is at 9 AM.
   • We need to be ready for the project kickoff meeting.
   • The event's kickoff was delayed due to technical issues.

   同义词showtimestartstarting time

   反义词closeconclusionendfinishtermination

3. Initial startB2formal

   A start given to contestants, often in a race or competition.

   开始

   • The runners received a fair kickoff from the starting line.
   • The competition's kickoff was marked by a loud horn.
   • The kickoff of the tournament was exciting for all participants.

   同义词beginningcommencementinceptionlaunchopeningstart

   反义词closeconclusionendfinishtermination