first of all first of all {adv. phr.} Chiefly; primarily; as the first thing. After we get to Chicago, we will, first of all, try to find a reliable used car. Categories: add yours {adv. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 To section: F Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Leave my opinion