frontiers
|fron-tiers|
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/frʌnˈtɪrz/
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/frʌnˈtɪəz/
(frontier)
boundary or limit
Etymology
'frontier' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'frontiere,' where 'front' meant 'forehead' or 'face.'
'frontiere' transformed into the Middle English word 'frontier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'frontier.'
Initially, it meant 'the front part or face,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'boundary or edge of a settled area.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the outer limits or edge of a settled area, often referring to the boundary between known and unknown territories.
The pioneers moved westward to explore the frontiers.
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Noun 2
a field of study or area of activity that is being explored or developed.
The frontiers of science are constantly expanding.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45