front court

American  

noun

1. the section of the court nearest the front wall in certain games, as squash or handball.

2. Basketball.

   1. a team's offensive half of the court.

   2. the players who play offensively in the front court, including the center and the two forwards.

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Etymology

Origin of front court

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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front court

That forced the Aces to run some sets with Wilson at small forward and a much-larger front court in front of her before NaLyssa Smith ran into foul trouble.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026

But Ogwumike is the kind of player whom the Sparks could build a competitive campaign around, especially with a front court in which she plays alongside Brink.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026

Needing help for its undersized front court, the Washington women’s basketball team snagged a commitment from Eastern Michigan center Tayra Eke.

From Seattle Times ● May 2, 2024

During his interview, Sheppard referred to a “log jam” in Washington’s front court.

From Washington Times ● Jan. 29, 2023

Nobody could tell me where Sancho was, and then I went into the front court and called, "Sancho, Sancho."

From The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 3 Books for Children by Mary Lamb