Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forefeet
Noun
/ˈfɔːrˌfiːt/
Definition
The front feet of a quadrupedal animal.
Examples
- The horse stood tall on its forefeet, preparing to leap over the obstacle.
- Dogs use their forefeet to dig up the ground when they are searching for something.
- The cat gently placed its forefeet on the windowsill to watch the birds outside.
Meaning
In animals that walk on four legs, the term ‘forefeet’ refers specifically to the two front legs or paws.
Synonyms
- Front paws
- Front legs
- Forelegs
