first (Meaning)

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first (n)

the first or highest in an ordering or series

the first element in a countable series

the time at which something is supposed to begin

the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate)

an honours degree of the highest class

the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving

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first (a)

preceding all others in time or space or degree

highest in pitch or chief among parts or voices or instruments or orchestra sections

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first (s)

indicating the beginning unit in a series

serving to set in motion

serving to begin

ranking above all others

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first (r)

before anything else

the initial time

before another in time, space, or importance

prominently forward

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first (a.)

Preceding all others of a series or kind; the ordinal of one; earliest; as, the first day of a month; the first year of a reign.

Foremost; in front of, or in advance of, all others.

Most eminent or exalted; most excellent; chief; highest; as, Demosthenes was the first orator of Greece.

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first (adv.)

Before any other person or thing in time, space, rank, etc.; -- much used in composition with adjectives and participles.

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first (n.)

The upper part of a duet, trio, etc., either vocal or instrumental; -- so called because it generally expresses the air, and has a preeminence in the combined effect.

first Sentence Examples

  1. The first time I saw the ocean was a defining moment in my life, forever shaping my perception of the world.
  2. The first step on the moon was a giant leap for mankind, marking a new era in space exploration.
  3. In the beginning, there is always a first chapter, an initial encounter from which all others stem.
  4. Love, at first sight, can be an intense and overwhelming experience, leaving a lasting impression.
  5. The first day of school is a significant milestone for a child, as they embark on their educational journey.
  6. The premiere episode of a television series sets the stage for the entire production, introducing the main characters and plot.
  7. A first draft is the initial version of a written work, often containing rough ideas and incomplete thoughts.
  8. The debut album of a musical artist is their first full-length release, often carrying special meaning for fans.
  9. A first-born child holds a unique place in a family's heart, creating a special bond between parent and child.
  10. The first snowfall of the season is a magical event, painting the world in white and bringing a sense of wonder.

FAQs About the word first

the first or highest in an ordering or series, the first element in a countable series, the time at which something is supposed to begin, the fielding position

original, foremost, maiden,initial, inaugural, earliest,previous, premier, early, pioneer

final,last, latter, latest, latter, last, final, latest, terminal, following

The first time I saw the ocean was a defining moment in my life, forever shaping my perception of the world.

The first step on the moon was a giant leap for mankind, marking a new era in space exploration.

In the beginning, there is always a first chapter, an initial encounter from which all others stem.

Love, at first sight, can be an intense and overwhelming experience, leaving a lasting impression.