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fore·most
I. \ˈfōrˌmōst, ˈfȯr-, ˈfōəˌ-, ˈfȯ(ə)ˌ- also -_məst\ adjective
Etymology: alteration (influenced by fore- & most) of Middle English formest, adjective & adverb, from Old English formest, fyrmest, superl. of forma first; akin to Old Saxon formo first, Old Saxon & Old High German fruma advantage, profit, Old Norse frum-first, Gothic fruma, Old English faran to travel, go — more at fare
1. : standing at the head, van, or front in a series or progression : most advanced in position : first, headmost
< was none who would be foremost to lead such dire attack — T.B.Macaulay >
2. : of first rank, position, influence, worth, reputation : leaving others behind : preeminent
< great in council and great in war, foremost captain of his time — Alfred Tennyson >
< unquestionably the foremost figure among Maine artists — American Guide Series: Maine >
Synonyms: see chief
II. adverb
Etymology: alteration of Middle English formest, adjective & adverb
1. : in the first place : first
< put his best foot foremost >
2. : most importantly
< first and foremost > |