first water
Americannoun
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(formerly) the highest degree of fineness in a diamond or other precious stone.
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the finest quality; highest rank.
noun
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the finest quality of diamond or other precious stone
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the highest grade or best quality
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the most extreme kind
a fool of the first water
Etymology
Origin of first water
First recorded in 1745–55
Example Sentences
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Lee converted and it was 7-7 at the first water break after 20 minutes where Wales players used ice hats and towels to cool themselves.
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025
Within a few days, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the National Guard, and local government had the first water station set up downtown.
From Slate • Nov. 2, 2024
Tritium levels in the surrounding waters since the initial discharge have met pre-determined standards, according to tests conducted by Tepco, and no issues have been identified with the first water release, Matsumoto said.
From Reuters • Oct. 5, 2023
“Even now, the tribe doesn’t have those first water rights. Instead, they go to the first people who destroyed the natural waterways and moved the water away,” said Shana Powers, the tribe’s historic preservation officer.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2023
At first, water would have to be brought from earth, and then it would have to be recycled so that it could be used over and over again.
From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins
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