Meaning & Definition of word "Fore"

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    Fore

    /fɔːr/

    noun:

    • 1. The front part of something.
      • Example: The fore of the airplane was damaged in the incident.
    • 2. A part or position at the front.
      • Example: He stood at the fore of the crowd, ready to speak.

    verb:

    • 1. To warn or alert, especially in a nautical context; often used in the phrase 'forewarn' or 'forecastle.'
      • Example: The sailor shouted 'fore!' to alert the crew about the approaching storm.

    adverb:

    • 1. In front of or at the head of.
      • Example: The fore part of the ship was heavily decorated.
    • 2. Toward the front; in the front part.
      • Example: She sat fore in the car, next to the driver.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'fore', from Old English 'foran', meaning 'before, in front of'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    foregone conclusion:

    An outcome that is obvious or certain.

    forearm:

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

    forehead:

    The part of the face above the eyebrows.

    Related Words

    forefront:

    The leading or most important position.

    foresee:

    To anticipate or predict something in the future.

    forewarn:

    To warn someone about a future possible danger.

    Slang Meanings of fore

    Meaning: A term used among golfers to alert others.

    Example Sentence: He yelled 'fore!' as his ball veered off course.