headfirst

Headfirst is defined as doing without much thought, or leading with the head.

(adverb)

  1. An example of headfirst is taking on a difficult project without giving it any thought.
  2. An example of headfirst is sledding down a hill, belly down and face first.

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See headfirst in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adverb

  1. with the head in front; headlong
  2. in a reckless way; rashly; impetuously

adjective

with or done with the head first or foremost; headlong

See headfirst in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adverb
  1. With the head leading; headlong: went headfirst down the stairs.
  2. Impetuously; brashly.

Related Forms:

  • headˈfirstˈ adjective

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