firstling Antonyms
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Meaning of firstling
Webster
firstling (n.)
The first produce or offspring; -- said of animals, especially domestic animals; as, the firstlings of his flock.
The thing first thought or done.
Webster
firstling (a.)
Firstborn.
firstling Sentence Examples
- The firstling of the flock was given to the priest as an offering.
- The firstlings were considered to be sacred and were often sacrificed to the gods.
- The firstling of a woman's womb was considered to be especially holy and was often dedicated to the Lord.
- The firstlings of the year were often used for divination.
- The firstling of a new crop was often used to make a special offering to the gods.
- The firstling of a new herd of cattle was often used to make a feast for the community.
- The firstling of a new litter of pigs was often kept as a pet.
- The firstling of a new batch of wine was often used to make a special toast.
- The firstling of a new loaf of bread was often shared with friends and family.
- The firstling of a new day was often greeted with a prayer of thanksgiving.
FAQs About the word firstling
The first produce or offspring; -- said of animals, especially domestic animals; as, the firstlings of his flock., The thing first thought or done., Firstborn.
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The firstling of the flock was given to the priest as an offering.
The firstlings were considered to be sacred and were often sacrificed to the gods.
The firstling of a woman's womb was considered to be especially holy and was often dedicated to the Lord.
The firstlings of the year were often used for divination.
