First fruit ∨ fruits Meaning, Definition & Usage

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1. . (a) The fruits of the season earliest gathered. (b) (Feudal Law) One year's profits of lands belonging to the king on the death of a tenant who held directly from him. (c) (Eng. Eccl. Law) The first year's whole profits of a benefice or spiritual living. (d) The earliest effects or results.

   See, Father, what first fruits on earth are sprung From thy implanted grace in man! Milton.