first classman

American  

[klas-muhn, klahs-] / ˈklæs mən, ˈklɑs- /

noun

• first classmen
  plural

1. a fourth-year student at a U.S. military academy.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• first classmen
  plural

Etymology

Origin of first classman

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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first classman

Said Bob Wagner, another first classman: "He's supposed to be innocent until proven guilty, but he's being punished regardless of the outcome."

From Time Magazine Archive

"But what can be done to ward off that fate?" insisted Darrin as impatiently as a third classman might speak to a venerable first classman.

From Dave Darrin's Second Year at Annapolis Or, Two Midshipmen as Naval Academy "Youngsters" by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)

It was not long ere a yearling sentry, with bayonet fixed and gun resting over his right shoulder, came pacing toward the first classman.

From Dick Prescotts's Fourth Year at West Point Ready to Drop the Gray for Shoulder Straps by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)

"But why did you keep so close-mouthed, afterwards?" demanded the first classman.

From The High School Freshmen Dick & Co.'s First Year Pranks and Sports by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)

"Freeman is a first classman, but he hasn't any particular drag with the Board."

From Dave Darrin's Second Year at Annapolis Or, Two Midshipmen as Naval Academy "Youngsters" by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)