Meaning of the word premier in English

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premier

US /prɪˈmɪr/

UK /prɪˈmɪr/

first in importance, order, or position; leading

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The company is a premier provider of software solutions.

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He is the premier expert in his field.

Synonym:

foremost leading top chief principal

the head of the government in some countries

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The Premier announced new economic policies.

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She met with the Premier to discuss the issue.

Synonym:

prime minister chancellor head of government

to show (a film, play, etc.) for the first time

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The new movie will premier at the film festival.

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The band will premier their new song tonight.

Synonym:

debut launch unveil introduce

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