pride of place

noun

1. the highest or most outstanding position; first place.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pride of place¹

First recorded in 1615–25

Idioms and Phrases

The highest or most prominent position, as in His trophy had pride of place on the mantelpiece . [Early 1600s]

Example Sentences

"To be given this role as chief scout, to me it's pride of place, really," he said.

From BBC

The framed diary, open on the page for 5 and 6 June, has pride of place in the dining room.

From BBC

The poet Pushkin is still revered, with a grand boulevard named for him and a big statue taking pride of place in front of the city council building.

From Los Angeles Times

“The 1877 Black Gospel Window will have pride of place,” Arnold said in a statement.

From Seattle Times

Later, he showed us a collection of sports memorabilia, with a photo of United legend George Best in pride of place.

From BBC

Related Words

• advantage
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