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forefront

FAWF-ruhnt

Forefront (noun) means the most important or prominent position; the leading edge of something. Example: “The company has always been at the forefront of technology.”

noun
1
The most important or prominent position; the leading edge of something.
"The company has always been at the forefront of technology."
"Climate change is at the forefront of the debate."

How to use forefront

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe leading or most prominent position in a field or discussion.

Common pairings
at the forefront of bring to the forefront

Word forms

forefronted past tense, forefronts plural, forefronts singular

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Etymology

From Middle English forefrount, equivalent to fore- + front.

Origin: Middle English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forefront” mean?

The word “forefront” means the most important or prominent position; the leading edge of something. In plain terms, the leading or most prominent position in a field or discussion.

How do you pronounce “forefront”?

“Forefront” is pronounced FAWF-ruhnt (/ˈfɔɹfɹʌnt/ in IPA).

How do you use “forefront” in a sentence?

Here is “forefront” used in a sentence: “The company has always been at the forefront of technology.”

What part of speech is “forefront”?

“Forefront” is a noun.

Where does the word “forefront” come from?

The word “forefront” comes from Middle English. From Middle English forefrount, equivalent to fore- + front.

Is “forefront” a common word?

“Forefront” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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