FOREARM

forearm

(noun) the part of the superior limb between the elbow and the wrist

forearm

(verb) arm in advance of a confrontation

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

forearm (plural forearms)

The part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow.

(firearms) A section of the weapon between the receiver and the muzzle, used to hold the firearm steady.

Synonyms

• (part of the arm): antebrachium, lower arm

• (part of a weapon): forestock, handguard

Coordinate terms

• (part of the arm): brachium, upper arm, aftarm

Verb

forearm (third-person singular simple present forearms, present participle forearming, simple past and past participle forearmed)

(transitive, sometimes, figurative) To arm in preparation.

Usage notes

• This verb is quite rare, except in the participial adjective forearmed, found in the common adage forewarned is forearmed.

Source: Wiktionary

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Fore*arm", v. t.

Definition: To arm or prepare for attack or resistance before the time of need. South.

Fore"arm`, n. (Anat.)

Definition: That part of the arm or fore limb between the elbow and wrist; the antibrachium.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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