The leading or most prominent position in a particular area or activity.
Compound of 'fore' (before, in front) + 'front', dating to the early 17th century. Originally used in military contexts to describe the front line of battle, it evolved to describe leadership positions in any field.
Forefront is literally 'the front of the front' - a redundancy that emphasizes just how far ahead someone or something is. The military origins remind us that being at the forefront often involves risk and courage, whether you're leading troops into battle or pioneering new technologies.
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