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forearm

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nounverb
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As a noun, forearm means the part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow. As a verb, it means arm in preparation.

Meanings of forearm

4 meanings

noun

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

  2. firearmsA section of the weapon between the receiver and the muzzle, used to hold the firearm steady.

verb

  1. sometimes figurativeTo arm in preparation.

  2. Arm in advance of a confrontation

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