Firstborn (Adjective)
Meaning
First in order of birth; "the firstborn child".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The firstborn child in the family was often given the most responsibilities.
- Rebekah was the firstborn of three sisters who all learned to play the piano at a young age.
- In some cultures, the firstborn son is considered the heir to the family business.
- As the firstborn, she felt a deep sense of responsibility to set a good example for her siblings.
- The firstborn of the large family often had to share a room with several of her younger brothers and sisters.