What is the meaning of first-rate?

adjective

  • Of the highest quality.
    • usage: "an ace reporter"; "a crack shot"; "a first-rate golfer"; "a super party"; "played top-notch tennis"; "an athlete in tiptop condition"; "she is absolutely tops"

adverb

  • Quite well.
    • usage: "she doesn't feel first-rate today"
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