Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frontis
noun
/ˈfrʌn.tɪs/
Definition
The frontis is the front or opening part of something, often referring to the façade or the leading edge.
Examples
- The frontis of the building was adorned with intricate carvings.
- On the frontis page of the book, the title was elegantly displayed.
- She admired the frontis of the painting before stepping back to take in the entire artwork.
Meaning
It typically denotes the initial section or surface, especially in the context of architecture, printing, or design.
Synonyms
- facade
- front
- face
- forefront
- prologue
