cost-first
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/kɔst fɜrst/
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/kɒst fɜːst/
prioritizing cost
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'cost-first' is a modern English compound word combining 'cost' and 'first', indicating a prioritization of cost.
Historical Evolution
The word 'cost' comes from the Old French 'coste', which means 'expense', and 'first' from Old English 'fyrst', meaning 'foremost'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'cost' referred to the price of something, and 'first' indicated priority. Together, they evolved to mean prioritizing cost.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
prioritizing cost considerations above other factors.
The company adopted a cost-first approach to maximize profits.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45