frontline
|front/line|
B2
/ˈfrʌntˌlaɪn/
leading position
Etymology
Etymology Information
'frontline' originates from the combination of 'front' and 'line', where 'front' meant 'foremost part' and 'line' referred to a 'boundary or limit'.
Historical Evolution
'frontline' evolved from the military term 'front line', which described the foremost position in a battle.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the foremost line in a battle', but over time it evolved to describe any leading position in various contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the military line or part of an army that is closest to the enemy.
The soldiers were stationed at the frontline.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45