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British pronunciation
/hɛdfˈɜːst/
head first

Definition & Meaning of "headfirst"

headfirst
01

with the head leading the way

headfirst definition and meaning
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She dove headfirst into the pool, creating a splash.
The gymnast flipped headfirst over the vault, executing a perfect somersault.
02

in a reckless or impulsive manner

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She rushed headfirst into starting a business with no plan.
He jumped head first into the argument without knowing the facts.
headfirst
01

(of movement) involving the head going before the rest of the body

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The stunt involved a headfirst dive from the cliff.
He suffered a headfirst fall while ice skating.
02

(of action) reckless, impetuous, or hasty

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It was a headfirst decision driven by emotion, not logic.
Their headfirst approach to investment eventually led to trouble.
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