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Double first

Noun:

1. (British) A university student who achieves first-class honors in both the undergraduate degree and the final examinations.

Example sentence: She was thrilled to be recognized as a double first, having excelled in both her undergraduate degree in Biology and her final exams.

Adjective:

1. Characterized by achieving first-class honors in both the undergraduate degree and the final examinations.

Example sentence: His academic track record of being a double-first student had opened doors to several prestigious job opportunities.

Adverb:

1. (British) In a manner indicating the achievement of first-class honors in both the undergraduate degree and the final examinations.

Example sentence: She performed exceptionally well in her exams which led to her being hired double-first in the company.

Related terms:

• First-class honors
• Undergraduate degree
• Final examinations