first classman
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of first classman
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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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
Cadet Richard Prescott, now a first classman, and captain of one of the six cadet companies, stepped forward, saluting.
From Dick Prescotts's Fourth Year at West Point Ready to Drop the Gray for Shoulder Straps by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)
The first speaker was Harden, the first classman, the second was Mark, and the third the sentry, calling the hour.
From On Guard Mark Mallory's Celebration by Sinclair, Upton
In a week he would be back at West Point, where he was a first classman and a cadet lieutenant.
From A Court of Inquiry by Richmond, Grace S. (Grace Smith)
Mr. Jordan is a first classman and should be above any such conduct.
From Dick Prescotts's Fourth Year at West Point Ready to Drop the Gray for Shoulder Straps by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)
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