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Middle English
Etymology
From Old French frontel, from Medieval Latin frontālis; equivalent to frount + -el (diminutive suffix).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /frunˈtɛːl/, /fruːnˈtɛːl/, /ˈfruntɛl/
Noun
frountel (plural frontels)
- A decorative fabric drape hanging over an altar.
- (rare) A facial decoration above the eyes.
- (rare, Late Middle English) The front of something.
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