openinglineup

noun
UK /ˈəʊpənɪŋ laɪnʌp/
US /ˈoʊpənɪŋ laɪnʌp/

The group of players who start a game together.

The coach announced the opening lineup before the match began.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first set of songs a band plays at a concert.

The band's opening lineup got the crowd excited.

3. The first list of items shown at the start of a show or event.

The opening lineup of the fashion show featured bright colors.

4. The first group of products a company releases.

The company's opening lineup of phones sold out quickly.