1. first in importance, order, or position; chief

1. the head of government in some countries, especially Canada and Australia
2. the first performance of a musical or theatrical work

Examples

• The hotel offers premier accommodations for distinguished guests.
• She is considered the premier expert on climate change.
• The premier announced new economic policies yesterday.
• Canada’s premier will meet with world leaders next week.
• The opera’s premier was attended by critics from around the world.
• We have tickets to the premier of the new Broadway show.
• This is the premier research facility in the country.
• The film’s premier will be held in Los Angeles.