English Explanatory Dictionary

first-degree

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. At the first level of some system
  2. The most severe level of felony, typically involving planning or other aggravating factors.
  3. The least severe damage from a burn, typically involving only damage to the outer layer of skin.

Word forms

first-degree in the first degree 1st degree

Synonyms

in cold blood

Related words

first water

Derived words

first-degree burn first-degree manslaughter first-degree murder first-degree relative
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