firstpriority
nounUK /ˌfɜːst praɪˈɒrəti/
US /ˌfɜːrst praɪˈɔːrəti/
The first priority is the most important thing to do before anything else.
Finishing my homework is my first priority today.
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2. The thing you care about most in a situation.
Keeping the baby safe was their first priority.
3. The job that must be done before all other jobs.
Cleaning the kitchen is the first priority before we cook.
4. The most urgent item on a list of plans.
Getting water was the first priority for the hikers.