firstconcern
nounUK /ˌfɜːst kənˈsɜːn/
US /ˌfɜːrst kənˈsɜːrn/
The firstconcern is the most important thing to think about first.
Safety is our firstconcern when we cross the street.
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2. The first thing that makes you feel worried.
Her firstconcern was whether everyone got home safely.
3. The person or group you care about before anyone else.
For the coach, the players' health is the firstconcern.
4. The earliest matter you deal with in a plan.
The firstconcern of the trip was finding a place to sleep.