English · Phrasal verb Attested

front oneself off

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Meaning · English

To reveal something about oneself.

Where it’s used: Used American English

He fronted himself off about having already broken the rule.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “front oneself off” mean?

To reveal something about oneself.

Is “front oneself off” formal or informal?

front oneself off is generally slang.

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