Founder of a race? (7)
I believe the answer is:
starter
This clue might be a double definition.
'founder' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'a race?' is the second definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'of' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for starter that I've seen before include "cooking served first?" , "One giving signal to begin race" , "No substitute" , "Appetiser" , "Type of home" .)