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front-end

adj · noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Relating to the front end or user interface of a hardware or software system.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

Examples

  • front-end developer
  • front-end framework

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: back-end

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adj

Meaning 2

Of a financial transaction, paid or charged first.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

Topics: business, finance

Examples

  • front-end fee
  • front-end expenditure

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 3

Alternative form of front end.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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Antonyms: none provided

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