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Definition of forefoot

forefoot

/ˈfɔːr.fʊt/
fore · foot
Plural:forefeet
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• noun

1

Either of the two front feet of a four-footed animal, or one of the anterior feet of an insect or other arthropod.

Example

"The veterinarian carefully examined the horse's left forefoot for any signs of a stone bruise."

2

The anterior portion of the human foot, composed of the five metatarsal bones and the phalanges (toes).

Example

"Running shoes with extra cushioning under the forefoot can help reduce impact stress on the toes and metatarsals."

3

The forward end of a ship's keel where it curves upward to meet the lower end of the stem.

Example

"As the yacht crested the steep wave, its forefoot lifted completely clear of the water."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a compound of the prefix 'fore-' (from Old English 'fore', meaning before or in front) and 'foot' (from Old English 'fōt').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Forefoot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/forefoot
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