Front

Definition

Front refers to the forward-facing part or area of an object, place, or person. It can also denote a position of leadership or prominence, an outward appearance, or a weather-related boundary in meteorology. As a verb, it means to face or confront something or to act as the face or representative of something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /frʌnt/
• Respelling: frunt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /frʌnt/
• Respelling: frunt

Etymology

The word "front" originates from the Old French "front," meaning "forehead or brow," which in turn comes from the Latin "frons," meaning "forehead or face." The term expanded in English to describe the forward part of an object or position in space or time.

Derivatives

• Frontal (adjective)
• Frontage (noun)
• Frontend (noun)
• Frontline (noun/adjective)
• Frontward (adjective/adverb)

Synonyms

• Face
• Fore
• Facade

Antonyms

• Back
• Rear
• Behind

Usage

The term "front" is used in various contexts, including spatial positioning, leadership, or appearance. For example, "The soldiers moved to the front of the line," or "She was the front of the organization’s new campaign."

Related Terms

• Facade: The face of a building or outward appearance.
• Leadership: A position of prominence or command.
• Weather Front: A boundary between two air masses.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The forward-facing part of something: Refers to the side of an object or place that faces forward.
  • Example: "The house’s front is painted blue."
• A position of prominence or leadership: Describes someone or something at the forefront.
  • Example: "She is at the front of the political movement."
• A boundary between different air masses in meteorology: Refers to a weather-related phenomenon.
  • Example: "A cold front is approaching the region."

Adjective

• Located at or near the forward part: Describes something positioned at the front.
  • Example: "He took the front seat of the car."

Verb

• To face or confront something: Refers to addressing or dealing with a challenge.
  • Example: "He had to front the consequences of his actions."
• To act as the face or representative of something: Describes representing an organization or effort.
  • Example: "She fronted the new marketing campaign."