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cold start

noun

  1. computing the reloading of a program or operating system
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Example Sentences

While I wouldn’t risk a cold start with time-consuming laminated dough, in general I found that breaking the “thou shalt preheat” commandment worthwhile.

The cold start increased the baking time by two minutes for the toasted cheese color I like, but the crust had a lighter crispness that I enjoyed.

Because my GE model takes nine minutes to get to 350°F, a cold start actually reduced oven use for cookies by five minutes.

First, the system must be able to cold start, meaning it can fire up its electronics with no initial voltage.

Rapid, significant warming after a cold start can make snow less stable.

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