home front

noun

1. the civilian sector of a nation at war when its armed forces are in combat abroad.

Other Word Forms

• home-front adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of home front¹

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

On the home front, they have won the past seven Six Nations titles.

From BBC

In other words, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was given unprecedented authority to direct events on the home front, challenging the Posse Comitatus Act’s prohibitions.

From Salon

It was a reminder that wars don’t just happen on the front lines but also on the home front.

From Los Angeles Times

The home front five were relentless in putting Scotland into great areas, none more so than surprise selection Cherry.

From BBC

Celtic bombed out of the Europa League in his first season but then went on a 23-game unbeaten run on home fronts, so the fans were sated.

From BBC