forefront — the leading or most important position or place
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the leading or most important position or place
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːrfrʌnt/
Example Sentences
- The new findings will bring this issue to the forefront of public debate.
- My cat thinks it's at the forefront of quantum physics because it can exist in multiple places at once (under the bed, on the counter, in the forbidden room).
- The company has always been at the forefront of environmental protection.
forefront
NOUN[/ˈfɔːrfrʌnt/]
the leading or most important position or place
The young scientist stood at the forefront of the vaccine breakthrough.
From storefront to waterfront, she stands at the forefront!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Forefront emerged in the 14th century from the combination of Middle English 'fore' (before, in front) and 'front' (face, forepart). Originally a military term denoting the literal frontmost position of a battle formation, it has evolved metaphorically to represent a leading or prominent position in any context.
Breakdown
fore- (before, in front) + front (face, forepart) = the uttermost front or leading position. The word combines two Old English and Old French elements to create a compound meaning 'most forward place.'
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The new findings will bring this issue to the forefront of public debate.”
“My cat thinks it's at the forefront of quantum physics because it can exist in multiple places at once (under the bed, on the counter, in the forbidden room).”
“The company has always been at the forefront of environmental protection.”
“Scientists working at the forefront of AI research are probably teaching robots how to make better coffee than humans.”
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