front line

/ˌˈfrʌnt ˌˈlaɪn/
/frənt laɪn/
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Other forms: front lines

Definitions of front line
  1. noun
    the line along which opposing armies face each other
    synonyms: battlefront, front
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    type of:
    line
    a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops)
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