start out意思是起初是；以 (做某事) 开始。
1、起初是例句：
Daly was a fast-talking Irish-American who had started out as a salesman.戴利是个巧舌如簧的爱尔兰裔美国人，他起初是个推销员。
2、以 (做某事) 开始例句：
I'm careful to start out by saying clearly what I want.我小心地以清楚地说出自己想要的东西开始。
扩展资料：
start out意思相近的词组有set out。
set outt意思是启程、出发
1、启程、出发例句：
When setting out on a long walk, always wear suitable boots.出发进行长距离徒步时，一定要穿上合适的靴子。
2、开始努力例句：
He has achieved what he set out to do three years ago.他已经完成了3年前开始努力做的事情。
3、摆出; 陈列例句：
Set out the cakes attractively, using lacy doilies.用花边垫子摆蛋糕，好看诱人。
4、阐述; 提出例句：
He has written a letter to The Times setting out his views.他已经给《泰晤士报》写信，阐述了自己的观点。