head-on — with the front end first; directly facing something
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: with the front end first; directly facing something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhedˌɑn/
Example Sentences
- My cat always runs head-on into glass doors thinking they're open.
- The CEO decided to address the company's financial problems head-on.
- Instead of avoiding conflict, she prefers to deal with issues head-on.
head-on
ADVERB[/ˈhedˌɑn/]
with the front end first; directly facing something
with the front end first; directly facing something
He fed on lies, but faced head-on, the truth hits dead on!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
A compound of English 'head' and 'on', originating from the literal image of moving forward with one's head leading the way. This combines the Old English 'heafod' (upper part of the body) with the preposition 'on', originally denoting frontal or direct advancement.
Breakdown
head (Old English heafod, the front or leading part of the body) + on (preposition indicating direction or position ahead), forming a compound that emphasizes direct, frontal collision or approach.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat always runs head-on into glass doors thinking they're open.”
“The CEO decided to address the company's financial problems head-on.”
“Instead of avoiding conflict, she prefers to deal with issues head-on.”
“The superhero flew head-on into the villain's laser beam like it was a gentle breeze.”
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