Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
head-first
adverb
/ˈhɛdˈfɜrst/

Definition
In a position where the head is leading, especially when falling or diving.

Examples
- She dove head-first into the pool.
- He ran head-first into the adventure, eager to explore.
- The child fell head-first into the pile of leaves.

Meaning
The term ‘head-first’ describes an action where an individual moves forward in a way that their head is the first part of their body to enter a space or surface. This can refer to physical movements such as diving into water, falling, or even engaging in certain types of enthusiastic action.

Synonyms
- headlong
- nose-first
- forward