fro
What is another word for fro? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adv — Away, back — now used almost only in the fixed phrase "to and fro" (back and forth).
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How to use fro
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
to and fro
Archaic outside that fixed phrase.
Etymology
From Old Norse frá ("from"); a close relative of the word "from" that survived mainly in the set phrase "to and fro".
Full origin of fro →Frequently asked questions
What does “fro” mean?
The word “fro” means away, back — now used almost only in the fixed phrase "to and fro" (back and forth). In plain terms, only really used today in "to and fro", meaning back and forth.
How do you pronounce “fro”?
“Fro” is pronounced froh (/fɹoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fro” in a sentence?
Here is “fro” used in a sentence: “The old rocking chair creaked to and fro.”
What part of speech is “fro”?
“Fro” is an adverb.
Where does the word “fro” come from?
The word “fro” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse frá ("from"); a close relative of the word "from" that survived mainly in the set phrase "to and fro".
Is “fro” a common word?
“Fro” is an uncommon word in modern English.
