What does frontal mean?
Frontal means Of, relating to, directed toward, or situated at the front..
Frontal
/ˈfɹʌn.təl/ · adjective
Meaning
Of, relating to, directed toward, or situated at the front..
Definitions by Sense
- Of, relating to, directed toward, or situated at the front.
- (anatomy) Of or relating to the forehead or frontal bone.
- (anatomy) Parallel to the main axis of the body and at right angles to the sagittal plane.
- (zootomy) Any of the scales of a reptile that lie in the general region of the forehead, more specifically between the eyes and to the anterior of this area.
- (meteorology) Of or relating to a weather front.
- (anatomy) Ellipsis of frontal bone.
- (Christianity) A decorative drapery covering the front of an altar.
- (architecture) The façade of a building.
Example Sentences
Even the mantelpiece is adorned with a totally unfunctional tasselled valance rather like an altar frontal.
Synonyms for frontal
Antonyms for frontal
Related Words
Word Forms
- frontals
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for frontal?
Common synonyms include antependium, forecloth, anterior, head-on.
What is the opposite of frontal?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use frontal in a sentence?
Even the mantelpiece is adorned with a totally unfunctional tasselled valance rather like an altar frontal.
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