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headfirst
adverb head·first \ˈhed-ˈfərst\
: with the head leading
: without taking time to think about your actions
Full Definition of HEADFIRST
1
: with the head foremost <dove headfirst into the waves>
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First Known Use of HEADFIRST
circa 1828
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HEADFIRST Defined for Kids
headfirst
adverb head·first \ˈhed-ˈfərst\
Definition of HEADFIRST for Kids
: with the head in front <He fell headfirst down the stairs.>
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