Explanation:

- Option 1: 1982

- This is not the correct year. The 1982 Women's Cricket World Cup was the third tournament held, hosted by New Zealand.

- Option 2: 1978

- This is not the first tournament year. The 1978 Women's Cricket World Cup was the second one, hosted by India.

- Option 3: 1988

- This is not correct. The 1988 tournament was the fourth Women's Cricket World Cup, held in Australia.

- Option 4: 1973

- This is the right answer. The first ICC Women's Cricket World Cup was held in 1973 in England.

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