first drop
Opening plunge downward
First drop is roller coaster terminology for the initial descent after the lift hill—typically the tallest and steepest drop on the ride, designed to build maximum speed and deliver the biggest thrill.
The term extends to any opening plunge: The first drop on that coaster is terrifying.
In cricket, first drop refers to the batsman who comes in at number three.
- plungeSudden steep descent
- taking the plungeCommitting to something risky
- roller coasterTrack with dramatic plunges
- theme parkEntertainment destination with rides
- descentDownward slope or lineage
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