first class

first class
I UK / US noun [uncountable] *
1) tourism the best and most expensive seats on a plane or train, or the best and most expensive accommodation (= place to sleep) on a ship

He's sitting in first class.

2) the class of post that is more expensive and quicker

II = first-class
first class UK / US or first-class UK / US adjective *
1) of the best quality or the highest standard

a first-class hotel

first class service

2) tourism relating to the best and most expensive seats on a plane or a train, or the best and most expensive accommodation on a ship

a first class ticket

The price includes first-class rail travel to Paris.

3) relating to the class of post that is more expensive and quicker than second class

Three first class stamps please.

Use first class post to avoid delay.


III UK / US adverb
using the most expensive form of transport or post

She always travels first class.

I sent the letter first class.


English dictionary. 2014.

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