af·front ( P ) Pronunciation Key (-frnt)
tr.v. af·front·ed, af·front·ing, af·fronts
To insult intentionally, especially openly. See Synonyms at offend.
To meet defiantly; confront.
Obsolete. To meet or encounter face to face.
n.
An open or intentional offense, slight, or insult: Such behavior is an affront to society.
Obsolete. A hostile encounter or meeting.
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