Plural for a position or place directly in front
“The eyes are located on the front of the head rather than the sides, giving them binocular vision.”
Plural for an appearance or form of behavior assumed by a person to conceal their genuine feelings
“Some people can apparently put up a front and pretend to be someone they are not.”
Plural for any face of a building, especially that of the main entrance
“Plans to keep the facade had to be dropped when the front of the building was found to be in poor condition.”
Plural for the total area in which opposing armies face each other
“The Third Infantry reached the front early that morning.”
Plural for the domain in which something or someone is active
“The directors are interested to know how the company is doing on the sales front.”
Plural for a person or organization serving as a cover for subversive or illegal activities
“The whole laundromat thing is just a front for his illegal activities.”
Plural for boldness and confidence of manner
“They seem to be natural-born show-offs who've got lots of face and front, but often no talent.”
Plural for the beginning, opening, or first part
“Little Miss Impatient pushed her way to the front of the queue.”
Plural for a promenade at a seaside resort
“We took a leisurely stroll along the front to the marina.”
To face or look out on to
“One assumes that an oceanfront room would front the ocean.”
To lead, command or direct (a group of people)
“Elise will front a group of demonstrators protesting the new laws.”
(slang) To assume false or disingenuous appearances
“Boy, don't try to front. I know just what you are!”
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