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foremost

fore·most [ fáwr mst ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. chief: most important or notable

2. farthest forward: nearest to the front
the foremost section of the aircraft



adverb 
Definition:
 
1. in first position: most importantly, or in the most important position
a partner who will put your interests foremost

2. to front: at or toward the front

[ Old English formest< forma "first" + -est2, later interpreted as <fore + -most]
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