Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

first-generation

Adjective

/ˈfərst ˌjenəˈrāshən/

Definition

Referring to the initial group of people or entities in a series or system.

Examples

First-generation immigrants often face unique challenges in adapting to a new culture.
The first-generation smartphone revolutionized communication.
As a first-generation college student, she broke new ground for her family.

Meaning

The term ‘first-generation’ denotes those who are the first to be part of a specific group, often in relation to technology, immigration, or family lineage.