frontier

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/fɹʌnˈtɪə/ English

Definitions

noun

The part of a country which borders or faces another country or unsettled region
The most advanced or recent version of something; leading edge.“the frontier of civilization”
An outwork of a fortification.

verb

To live as pioneers on frontier territory.
To place on the frontier.

Related words

Synonyms

border marches rural bordering boundary edge cross-border transborder front-line frontline avant-garde vanguard barrier borderland trailblazer peak pioneer

Associated

eff outpost settlers punjab burma settlements pakistan militia indians regiment byzantine province

Rhymes

austere sneer jeer cavalier clear severe peer queer premier chevalier

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