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first-degree Definition


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first-degree
adj
    1. medicine.
      Denoting the least severe type of burn in which only the outer layer of the skin is damaged, characterized by pain and reddening of the skin surface.
      Example: first-degree burn
    (N Amer)
    2. law.
      Denoting the most serious of the two levels of murder, ie unlawful killing with intent and premeditation.


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