Meaning of the word front in English

What does front mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

front

US /frʌnt/

UK /frʌnt/

the forward-most part of something

Example:

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The car was damaged at the front.

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He stood at the front of the line.

Synonym:

back rear

a line where two areas of different air masses meet, causing weather changes

Example:

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A cold front is moving in, bringing rain.

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The weather forecast mentioned a stationary front.

of or at the front part of something

Example:

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The house has a large front yard.

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Please use the front door.

Synonym:

back rear

to face or be positioned with the front toward something

Example:

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The house fronts onto the park.

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The building fronts the main street.

at or in the front part of something

Example:

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He sat front in the cinema.

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The driver is front and center.

Synonym:

back behind

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