Definitions for headlong

Definitions for (adj) headlong

Main entry: headfirst, headlong

Definition: with the head foremost

Usage: a headfirst plunge down the stairs; a headlong dive into the pool


Main entry: headlong, hasty

Definition: excessively quick

Usage: made a hasty exit; a headlong rush to sell


Definitions for (adv) headlong

Main entry: headfirst, headlong

Definition: with the head foremost

Usage: the runner slid headlong into third base


Main entry: headlong, rashly

Definition: in a hasty and foolhardy manner

Usage: he fell headlong in love with his cousin


Main entry: precipitately, headlong

Definition: at breakneck speed

Usage: burst headlong through the gate


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