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to front on
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(African American) to rob, intimidate, or bully someone, often through aggression or threat
Slang
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
on
Base verb
front
Present tense
front on
3rd person singular
fronts on
Present participle
fronting on
Past simple
fronted on
Past participle
fronted on
What does "to front on" mean in African American slang?
It is used in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and hip hop culture to mean robbing, intimidating, or bullying someone, often through aggression, threats, or disrespect, usually in a face to face setting. People typically say "He fronted on me for my chain" or "Don't front on him unless you ready for trouble." The term originated in late 20th century urban AAVE, particularly in East Coast and Southern street culture, and remains common in rap lyrics and street slang.
Examples
Do n't try to front on me.
