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avant

Avant (noun) means the leading or front section of an army; the vanguard. Example: “The avant pushed ahead to scout the enemy's position.”

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The leading or front section of an army; the vanguard.
"The avant pushed ahead to scout the enemy's position."

How to Use Avant

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In plain EnglishA dated military term for the troops that go ahead of the main force.

Word Forms

avants plural

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Etymology

Shortened from avant-garde, itself from French avant ("before, ahead") and garde ("guard").

Origin: French

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “avant” mean?

The word “avant” means the leading or front section of an army; the vanguard. In plain terms, a dated military term for the troops that go ahead of the main force.

How do you use “avant” in a sentence?

Here is “avant” used in a sentence: “The avant pushed ahead to scout the enemy's position.”

What part of speech is “avant”?

“Avant” is a noun.

Where does the word “avant” come from?

The word “avant” comes from French. Shortened from avant-garde, itself from French avant ("before, ahead") and garde ("guard").

Is “avant” a common word?

“Avant” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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