In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:

The chief will launch the fund-raising appeal

  • A make a speech at
  • B eat his afternoon meal during
  • C travel by boat
  • D start off
jamb 1989english-language

The correct answer is D. start off

In this regards, launch means to start or set in motion (an activity or enterprise). To kick off an event.

Start off;  to begin (or cause someone or something to begin) to operate or do something.

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