Meaning of firsthand in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌfərstˈhænd/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   firsthand

   Definitions

   1. received directly from a source

   Examples

   • « firsthand information »

   Synonyms

   • primary

2. Adverb

   firsthand

   Definitions

   1. at first hand or directly

   Examples

   • « I heard this story firsthand »