first article

The term "first article" is used in various fields such as manufacturing, journalism, and theology to denote an initial example or statement.

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Definition

B2Manufacturing

(technical)An initial sample produced to verify that a manufacturing process can meet specified requirements before full-scale production.

Example

  • The engineer inspected the first article to ensure it met all design specifications.

B2Journalism

(informal)The initial piece of writing published by a journalist, often setting the tone for subsequent articles.

Example

  • Her first article for the magazine received widespread acclaim.

C1Theology

(formal)The initial statement or clause in a formal declaration of faith, representing the first tenet or belief.

Example

  • The first article of the creed emphasizes the belief in one God.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "first article":

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