Front
01
前面, 正面
the part or surface of an object that is faced forward, seen first, or used first
例子
She stood at the front of the line to buy tickets for the concert.
她站在队伍的前面购买音乐会的门票。
The front of the car was dented after the accident.
事故后，汽车的前部被撞凹了。
例子
The intricate carvings on the front of the cathedral attract tourists from all over the world.
大教堂正面上复杂的雕刻吸引了来自世界各地的游客。
The front of the historic courthouse was adorned with tall columns and an imposing pediment.
历史悠久的法院大楼的正面装饰着高大的柱子和雄伟的山墙。
02
前线, 战线
the most forward position in a battle or conflict, where fighting is happening
例子
Soldiers were stationed at the front to defend the area.
士兵们被派驻在前线以保卫该地区。
Medics worked near the front to help the wounded.
医务人员在前线附近工作以帮助伤员。
例子
He put on a confident front, though he felt overwhelmed by the new responsibilities.
尽管他对新的责任感到不知所措，但他还是表现出一副自信的外表。
Her cheerful front at the party hid the sadness she was carrying inside.
她在派对上的 cheerful 外表隐藏了她内心的悲伤。
04
幌子, 掩护
a person or thing that hides the true nature or identity of something, often used to conceal illegal or unethical activities
例子
The businessman was a front for a large criminal organization.
这位商人是一个大型犯罪组织的幌子。
She acted as a front for her brother ’s illegal activities.
她为她兄弟的非法活动充当了幌子。
例子
The democratic front rallied for free elections.
民主阵线集会要求自由选举。
The workers ’ front called for fair wages and better working conditions.
工人的阵线呼吁公平工资和更好的工作条件。
06
冷锋, 气象锋
the point where two air masses of different temperatures meet
例子
The weather forecast predicted thunderstorms as a cold front was expected to move through the region.
天气预报预测有雷暴，因为预计一股冷锋将穿过该地区。
A warm front brought unseasonably high temperatures and humidity to the area.
一个温暖的锋面给该地区带来了异常的高温和湿度。
07
前线, 领域
a specific area or aspect of activity or concern, often used to describe different fields or domains of focus
例子
There 's been a lot of progress on the environmental front lately.
最近在环境方面取得了很大进展。
On the technology front, the company has made significant advancements.
在技术前沿，该公司取得了重大进展。
例子
She walked into the room with so much front, as if she owned the place.
她带着如此多的 厚颜无耻 走进房间，仿佛她是这个地方的主人。
His front during the meeting was impressive, but I could tell he was nervous inside.
他在会议上的表现令人印象深刻，但我能看出他内心很紧张。
front
01
前面的, 正面的
located at or toward the forward-facing side or part of an object or space
例子
The front door of the house is painted red.
房子的前门被漆成了红色。
The front seats of the car offer the best view of the road.
汽车的前排座位提供了道路的最佳视野。
02
前
(of a vowel) produced with the tongue positioned towards the front of the mouth
例子
The vowel sound in " beat " is a front vowel.
"beat"中的元音是一个前元音。
In linguistics, front vowels are produced with the tongue closer to the teeth.
在语言学中，前元音是用舌头靠近牙齿产生的。
to front
例子
She fronted the accusation without hesitation, determined to defend herself.
她毫不犹豫地面对了指控，决心为自己辩护。
Tom fronted his opponent in the debate, presenting his argument with conviction.
汤姆在辩论中直面他的对手，坚定地提出了他的论点。
例子
The house fronts the beach, offering stunning ocean views.
房子面向海滩，提供令人惊叹的海景。
The garden fronts the main road, making it easily visible to passersby.
花园面向主干道，使其容易被路人看到。
03
覆盖, 装饰
to add a decorative or protective layer to the front side of an object or structure
例子
The building was fronted with glass to allow more natural light.
建筑物的正面覆盖了玻璃以允许更多的自然光进入。
The car was fronted by a sleek chrome grille.
汽车前部装饰着一个光滑的铬合金格栅。
04
领导, 带领
to act as the primary person leading or performing for a band or group
例子
She fronts a popular rock band that tours worldwide.
她领衔一支在世界各地巡演的流行摇滚乐队。
He used to front the band before they decided to go their separate ways.
在他们决定分道扬镳之前，他曾经带领这个乐队。
例子
She fronts a popular morning radio show every weekday.
她每个工作日主持一档受欢迎的早间广播节目。
He has been asked to front the new evening news program.
他被邀请主持新的晚间新闻节目。
例子
Do n't front like everything is fine when you're clearly upset.
当你明显心烦意乱时，不要假装一切都很好。
He was just fronting to fit in with the crowd.
他只是为了融入人群而装模作样。
07
作为掩护, 充当门面
to act as a false or misleading outward appearance that hides the true purpose or activity behind it
例子
The seemingly innocent company fronted for a larger criminal network.
这家看似无辜的公司充当一个更大犯罪网络的幌子。
The fake charity was set up to front for a money laundering scheme.
这个假慈善机构是为了掩护一个洗钱计划而设立的。
08
预付, 资助
to give someone the money or supplies they need to start something
例子
He fronted the team the funds needed to complete the project.
他预付了团队完成项目所需的资金。
She fronted them a large sum to launch their new venture.
她预付给他们一大笔钱来启动他们的新企业。
