Alternative spelling of first-rate

(American football) The first play in a series that has a maximum of four downs.

The first language one is taught to speak; one's native language. / The language one feels most comfortable and capable with. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see first, language.

The Holy Roman Empire.

(set phrase) Primarily; most importantly.

(singular only, baseball) The base after home plate in a counter-clockwise path around a baseball infield. / (singular only, by extension) Completion of the first phase of an activity.

(baseball) The infield defensive player that stands near first base.

The winning situation in a duel in which the first one to draw blood from the other wins. / The first damage or reverse inflicted on an opponent in a conflict.

The amendment to the constitution of the United States pertaining to freedom of speech, freedom of religion and freedom of the press.

The highest quality of gemstones, especially of diamonds and pearls. / (by extension) The highest rank or quality or the greatest degree.