Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-front-of

Prepositional Phrase
ɪn frʌnt əv
Definition
The position directly before something or someone.
Examples
  • The dog was sitting in front of the fireplace.
  • Please stand in front of the mirror to check your appearance.
  • The teacher stood in front of the class to explain the lesson.
Meaning
The phrase refers to being situated at the forefront or in a position ahead of another object or person in terms of physical space or placement.
Synonyms
  • before
  • ahead of
  • in view of
  • in the presence of