individual-first
|in-di-vid-u-al-first|
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/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl fɜrst/
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/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl fɜːst/
Prioritizing individual needs
Etymology
'individual-first' originates from the combination of 'individual,' meaning 'a single human being,' and 'first,' meaning 'before anything else.'
The term 'individual-first' evolved from the increasing emphasis on personal rights and autonomy in modern societies.
Initially, it meant 'prioritizing a single person,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'prioritizing individual rights and needs.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
prioritizing the needs and rights of the individual over the group or collective.
The company adopted an individual-first approach to employee benefits.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45