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feetfirst

/ˈfiːt.fɜːst/

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adverb

/ˈfiːt.fɜːst/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее 'ногами вперед' или 'сломя голову'. Часто используется буквально (например, прыгнуть в воду ногами вперед) или переносно (например, войти в ситуацию без осторожности или подготовки).

An adverb meaning 'with the feet going first' or 'headlong.' It is often used literally (e.g., jumping into water feet first) or figuratively (e.g., entering a situation without caution or preparation).

  1. With the feet foremostB2formal

    Moving or positioned so that the feet are leading the way, especially when entering or exiting something.

    ruНогами вперед

    • The paramedics carried the injured hiker feetfirst down the mountain.
    • He slid feetfirst into the narrow cave opening.
    • The diver entered the water feetfirst to avoid injury.