firstapproach
nounUK /ˌfɜːst əˈprəʊtʃ/
US /ˌfɜːrst əˈproʊtʃ/
The first way you try to do something.
Her firstapproach to the puzzle was to sort the pieces by color.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The first time you go up to someone to talk to them.
His firstapproach to the new kid was a friendly hello.
3. The first way a problem is studied or handled.
The team's firstapproach to the math problem was too complicated.
4. An early plan or idea you try before choosing another.
My firstapproach to building the kite failed, so I tried again.