front up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To lead or represent.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Likewise, Causer (2005) stated that 'we wouldn't get that support [from African governments] if we didn't have the UK government fronting it up . . . so it needs to be government led . . . we wouldn't be anywhere at all without a UK government lead.'
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).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To show up; to appear or present oneself.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To meet with one's best efforts.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “front up” mean?
To lead or represent.
Is “front up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.