first

/fɝst/

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Also an adverb and a noun

Meaning

  1. Coming before all others in order, time, or position.

    • She took her first steps across the living room carpet.

Collocations

  • first place
  • first impression
  • first priority
  • first edition

Synonyms

  • initial
  • earliest

Antonyms

Idioms

  • first and foremost

    most importantly

    First and foremost, we must ensure the safety of everyone on board.

  • first come, first served

    handled in the order of arrival

    Tickets will be available at the door on a first come, first served basis.