GRE Word List

HEADFIRST

with the head foremost

The meaning of the word headfirst is with the head foremost.

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constitutionthe basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it
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protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
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