verb
front
To serve as the public leader or representative of something.
She fronts the band at small venues around the city.
Etymology
The verb grows from the noun for the visible or leading side. To front a group is to occupy that public-facing position as its leader or representative.
More examples
- He fronted the campaign.
- A familiar presenter fronts the new series.
- Who will front the organization?
Forms
front · fronts · fronted · fronting
Similar words
- lead
- Broader; need not mean acting as public representative.