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Definition first-hand in British English

first-hand adverb

adverb
/ˌfɜː(r)stˈhænd/
1

in a direct way from someone who is involved in something

Example

I got it first-hand from Harry that he's being promoted.

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1.1

in a direct way by doing something yourself

Example

He wants to see firsthand how the policies are affecting people.

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Definition first-hand in British English