Word
Definition
n. the front part of the body, especially the chest or the front of the arm. It is an old-fashioned word that people rarely use today.
n. the front part of the body, specifically the chest or the anterior surface of the arm. Primarily used in historical or anatomical contexts; largely archaic in modern general usage.
Examples
“The knight wore a heavy shield to protect his forehand.”
“In the old medical texts, the surgeon described the injury as being located on the patient's forehand.”
“The poet used the term to describe the 'noble forehand' of the hero, emphasizing the character's physical presence and moral strength in a way that feels dated to modern readers.”
Examples
simple
“The knight wore a heavy shield to protect his forehand.”
contextual
“In the old medical texts, the surgeon described the injury as being located on the patient's forehand.”
complex
“The poet used the term to describe the 'noble forehand' of the hero, emphasizing the character's physical presence and moral strength in a way that feels dated to modern readers.”
Real-World Examples
“While he impressed with his forehand and delicate drop shots, his serve did not carry the threat it usually does.” “From there the top seed never looked back, ultimately clinching victory as Khachanov put a forehand long.” Etymology
From fore- + hand.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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