firstling Meaning, Definition & Usage

First"ling noun

Etymology

First + -ling.

Definitions

1. The first produce or offspring; -- said of animals, especially domestic animals; as, the firstlings of his flock. Milton.
2. The thing first thought or done.

   The very firstlings of my heart shall be The firstlings of my hand. Shak.

First"ling adjective

Definitions

1. Firstborn.

   All the firstling males. Deut. xv. 19.