ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Firstborn

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈfɜː(ɹ)stˌbɔː(ɹ)n/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Firstborn is a noun meaning The first child to be born to a parent or family.

Meaning

The first child to be born to a parent or family.

More Meanings

  1. Born as the first one in a family, flock or the like.
  2. Most excellent; most distinguished or exalted.

Word Forms

Synonyms for firstborn

Depending on context, synonyms include first, eldest.

Antonyms for firstborn

Common opposites include lastborn.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include first, eldest, oldest, first-born, elder, older.

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