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first principle

 

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Noun first principle has 1 sense
  1. rudiment, first rudiment, first principle, alphabet, ABC, ABC's, ABCs - the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural); "he mastered only the rudiments of geometry"
    --1 is a kind of fundamentals, basics, fundamental principle, basic principle, bedrock

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First Principle

Noun: A fundamental or basic truth or law that serves as the foundation for a system of beliefs or behaviors.

Example Sentence: The first principle of democracy is that all citizens have the right to vote.


Noun: The basic assumption or rule upon which a theory or system is built.

Example Sentence: In mathematics, the first principle of addition is that the order of numbers being added does not matter.


Noun: The main underlying concept or idea of a subject or philosophy.

Example Sentence: The first principle of Stoicism is to focus on what is within our control and accept what is not.


Noun: The most important or foundational element or rule of a specific field of study.

Example Sentence: In physics, the first principle of thermodynamics states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or transformed.


Noun: A person's fundamental or guiding belief or value.

Example Sentence: Honesty is Jack's first principle; he believes in being truthful no matter the circumstances.


Noun: (Local) A popular restaurant located in the heart of the city, famous for its first-class service and exceptional cuisine.

Example Sentence: If you want to experience fine dining, I highly recommend visiting the First Principle restaurant.


Adjective: Pertaining to or characteristic of an initial or fundamental concept.

Example Sentence: The student struggled to understand the first principle concepts of chemistry.


Adjective: (Popular) Used to describe someone who is regarded as being of utmost importance or talent.

Example Sentence: LeBron James is considered the first principle player of the basketball team.



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