springboard

noun
UK: /ˈsprɪŋbɔːd/
US: /ˈsprɪŋbɔːrd/

  1. A flexible board used for jumping into a swimming pool or for gymnastics.

    1. He bounced high off the springboard.
    2. The diving team practices daily using the springboard to perfect their technique.

  2. Something that provides a good start or an advantage for achieving something.

    1. This job was a springboard to success.
    2. The small startup used its initial funding as a springboard for further expansion.

Synonyms

launchpad stepping stone catalyst impetus
springboard verb

  1. To use something as a way of achieving something else.

    1. She springboarded her career.
    2. He springboarded his singing career by entering a popular talent show.
springboard intransitive-verb

  1. To jump on a springboard.

    1. He is springboarding in the pool.
    2. She enjoys springboarding and diving during her free time at the recreation center.
springboard transitive-verb

  1. To use something as a way of achieving something else.

    1. She springboarded her career.
    2. The company springboarded its new product with an innovative marketing strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "springboard" in English means: A flexible board used for jumping into a swimming pool or for gymnastics., Something that provides a good start or an advantage for achieving something..

The phonetic transcription of "springboard" is /ˈsprɪŋbɔːd/ in British English and /ˈsprɪŋbɔːrd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "springboard": launchpad, stepping stone, catalyst, impetus.

Example usage of "springboard": "He bounced high off the springboard.". More examples on the page.