Nounbeginning; start; first step · clue; lead; hint · thread end

Nounbeginning of hostilities; beginning of competition · first match (in a series)

Nounbeginning; inception

Nounvarious works

Nounintroduction; preface

Nounforeword; preface

Nounstring-fastener; drawstring on pouch or purse (handbag)

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ku' endingto be started; to get underway

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ku' endingto find a clue; to make a beginning