front

front · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The forward-facing part or surface of something.

  2. 2.

    The position ahead of or further forward than someone or something.

  3. 3.

    A line or area where opposing armies face each other.

  4. 4.

    A boundary between two different air masses (meteorology).

  5. 5.

    An outward appearance or manner.

  6. 6.

    An organization serving as a cover for secret activities.

  7. 7.

    Located at or in the front.

  8. 8.

    To face or be positioned in front of.

  9. 9.

    To serve as the public face of an organization.

Forms

plural: fronts

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    front and center — In the most prominent position.
  • •
    in front of — At or near the forward part of.
  • •
    up front — At the front; honest and direct.
  • •
    put up a front — Pretend to be something you're not.
  • •
    on the front burner — Receiving immediate attention.

Related words

Antonyms: back, rear
See also: back, facade, face, foreground
Synonyms: facade, face, fore, forefront

Etymology

From Old French front ("forehead, brow"), from Latin frons, frontis ("forehead, front").