foreparts

noun

plural of forepart
as in fronts
a forward part or surface moved to the forepart of the machine to check the mechanism

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  1. fronts
  2. facades
Noun
  • The Seahawks had a trap play called, which is a common answer for attacking fronts.
    — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The scheme is multiple, using three- and four-man fronts, while also featuring three safeties in the nickel secondary.
    — Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of fronts
Noun
  • This allows energy-harvesting technology to be integrated directly into architectural elements, such as skyscraper facades, glass windows, and skylights.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The bakery first opened at a location across the street in 1894, with the year emblazoned on the historic building’s facades.
    — Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of facades
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“Foreparts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foreparts. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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