springboard
A board consisting of a flexible, springy, cantilevered platform that propels one into…A board consisting of a flexible, springy, cantilevered platform that propels one into the air, used for diving or gymnastics.
» That idea was a springboard for further discussions about sex.
rafaeld4 · Tatoeba · CC BY 2.0 FRMeaning
2 sensesA board consisting of a flexible, springy, cantilevered platform that propels one into the air, used for diving or gymnastics.
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(figuratively)Something that acts as a catalyst to begin or accelerate an action or growth.
The opportunity acted as a springboard for their success.
- a beginning from which an enterprise is launched
- a flexible board for jumping upward
Examples
1 sentencesThat idea was a springboard for further discussions about sex.
Translations
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Origin
From spring + board.From spring + board.
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Forms
plural: springboards| Singular | springboard |
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Synonyms
2 synonyms- a beginning from which an enterprise is launched:jumping-off pointpoint of departure