first fruits

plural noun

1. the earliest fruit of the season.
2. the first products or results of anything.

first fruits

plural noun

1. the first results, products, or profits of an undertaking
2. fruit that ripens first

Word History and Origins

Origin of first fruits¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

This week sees the first fruits of that venture, as she releases her fourth album, Venus, on her Sommer House imprint.

From BBC

As the effects of the pandemic caused by SARS-CoV- 2 continue to recede, trials of Long Covid treatments may serve up their first fruits.

From Science Magazine

When you hear the word "citrus," lemons, limes or oranges are likely the first fruits that come to mind.

From Salon

The first fruits of that effort, a 60-second spot called “Any Questions?,” featured more than a dozen Swift boat veterans, most of whom had not ridden directly alongside Mr. Kerry.

From New York Times

"But the most important thing is to be intentional about being active in the community and being able to give back with our first fruits, what we earn."

From Fox News