Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forepaw
noun
/ˈfɔːr.pɔː/
Definition
The front foot of an animal, especially a four-legged one.
Examples
- The cat used its forepaw to swipe at the toy mouse.
- The bear clutched the fish with its powerful forepaws.
- During the race, the dog’s forepaws moved gracefully as it ran.
Meaning
Forepaw refers to either of the two front feet of an animal, often used to describe the limbs of mammals like dogs, cats, and bears.
Synonyms
- Front paw
- Forefoot
- Foreleg
