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firsts

The correct spelling is firsts.

How to pronounce firsts

noun

IPA: /fɜːsts/

Say it like: Fir-sts

The correct spelling is firsts. The person or thing in the first position. For example: "He was the first to complete the course."

Usage Examples

He was the first to complete the course.

This is a first. For once he has nothing to say.

There was a close play at first.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The person or thing in the first position.
  2. 2.The first gear of an engine.
  3. 3.Something that has never happened before; a new occurrence.
  4. 4.First base
  5. 5.A first-class honours degree.

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