head-foremost
/ˌhɛdˈfɔːməʊst/adverb
With the head going first or in front of the rest of the body; head first. Also figurative : precipitately, hastily; headlong, recklessly.
adjective
Characterized by falling or diving head-foremost. Also figurative : precipitate, hasty; reckless. Now rare.
Origin
Late 17th century; earliest use found in William Dampier (1651–1715), buccaneer and explorer. From head + foremost.
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