Word of the Day: Firstling

Can you pronounce firstling?

Sunday, September 15, 2024

noun 1. (Usually "firstlings") The first agricultural produce or animal offspring of a season. "The sheep's firstlings were expected any day." "Eggplant was the firstling of the spring growing season." "The farmer was eager for the firstlings of his produce lineup." Ads help keep Word Daily free. English, early 16th century From Our Network Today's Best Deals Good products make life easier — especially when they're on sale. See the savings "Firstling" isn't a commonly used word now, but it appears in classic texts. There are several spots in the Bible's Old Testament that mention firstlings, often referring to various animals' offspring. And in the fourth act of "Macbeth," the titular character says in an aside, "From this moment the very firstlings of my heart shall be the firstlings of my hand," meaning his initial thoughts will translate into his immediate actions. ... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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