B2nounbusinesstechnology
US/ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/
UK/ˈstɑːt.ʌp/
a new company, especially a small technology business that is just beginning to grow
In context
She left a big bank to work for a startup that makes mobile apps.
Most startups fail in their first few years because they run out of money.
Investors are keen to put money into promising startups in the city.
Words that go with startup
noun + noun
- tech startupA tech startup hired ten engineers.
- startup founderThe startup founder spoke at the conference.
verb + noun
- launch a startupHe plans to launch a startup next year.
- fund a startupInvestors helped fund the startup.
adjective + noun
- promising startupThe company bought a promising startup.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He started up a startup company last year.Correct: He launched a startup last year.