jumping-off point
noun/ˌdʒʌmpɪŋ ˈɒf pɔɪnt/
/ˌdʒʌmpɪŋ ˈɔːf pɔɪnt/
(also jumping-off place)
- a place from which to start a journey or new activity
- Delhi is the best jumping-off point for a trip to India.
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