kickoff vs kick-off vs kick off

Definitions

noun

1. the time at which something is supposed to begin
2. (football) a kick from the center of the field to start a football game or to resume it after a score
3. a start given to contestants

Examples

The one-day educational program, taught by Wayne Manges of Oak Ridge National Labs, will kickoff the event on Monday, 5 November.

The one-day educational program, taught by Wayne Manges of Oak Ridge National Labs, will kickoff the event on Monday, 5 November.

The game breaker was Manuel Santelices' 98-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, giving the host Buccaneers a 16-6 lead.

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Definitions

verb

1. commence officially

Examples

A Catalan parade will kick off an exuberant evening of Catalonian dance, music and fireworks.

What time does the match kick off?

What time does the laser show kick off?

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