front

/frɒnt/ or /frʌnt/

Definitions

1. noun

the side of something that is facing forward; the part of a building, vehicle, or other object that is at the very beginning or entrance

“She walked up to the front of the stage to greet the audience.”

2. noun

the main or most important part of something

“The front of the company is where most of the profits come from.”

3. noun

a group of people or things that are fighting together, especially against an enemy

“The front line of soldiers charged into the enemy’s territory.”

4. verb

to be in the position of facing something forward

“The car fronted the corner of the street.”

5. verb

to put something in a position where it can be seen or easily reached

“We fronted the window with a display of merchandise.”

6. adverb

in a position of importance or prominence

“He is fronting the new movie as the main actor.”

7. adverb

in the position of facing forward

“The car fronted the corner of the street quickly.”

Synonyms

  • fore
  • vanguard

Antonyms

  • rear