forearming
ˈfɔːrˌɑːrmɪŋ
Definition

Definition of forearming - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
preparationDatedthe act of preparing in advanceDated
  • Forearming is essential for success in any challenging task.
precaution preparation readiness
2.
knowledgeDatedthe act of equipping oneself with knowledgeDated
  • Forearming with the latest research can improve decision-making.
equipping preparation readiness

Adjective

preparationDatedequipping in advanceDated
  • Forearming the troops with the latest gear was crucial for the mission.
arming preparing readying
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Origin of forearming

Old English, fore (before) + arm (arm)

Examples of forearming in a sentence

  • Forearming yourself with knowledge is always beneficial.
  • Forearming with facts can prevent misunderstandings.
  • Forearming through education is essential for progress.
  • Forearming the team with knowledge ensured their success.
  • Forearming the staff with resources was a priority.

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  1. French:préparation, pré-équipé, ...
  2. German:Vorbereitung, im Voraus ausrüsten, ...
  3. Italian:preparazione preventiva, equipaggiare in anticipo, ...
  4. Spanish:preparación previa, preparando de antemano, ...
  5. Portuguese:preparação antecipada, equipar previamente, ...
  6. Chinese:预备, 预先装备的, ...
  7. Japanese:準備, 装備する, ...
  8. Arabic:الِاسْتِعْدَادُ الْمُسْبَق, مجهَّز مُسْبَقًا, ...
  9. Hebrew:הִתְכּוֹנְנוּת מֵרֹאשׁ, מְזוּיָד מֵרֹאשׁ, ...
  10. Russian:подготовка, экипировка, ...
  11. Ukrainian:підготовка, оснащення, ...
  12. Hindi:तैयारी, सुसज्जित करना, ...
forearm
ˈfɔːrˌɑːrm

Definition of forearm - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
medicalTECH.part of the arm between the elbow and wristTECH.
  • He wore a watch on his left forearm..
lower arm
2.
firearmsTECH.section of a firearm between receiver and muzzleTECH.
  • Hold the forearm to steady your aim.

Verb

1.
preparationtr.USprepare in advance for a challengetr.US
  • She decided to forearm herself with knowledge before the debate.
brace prepare
2.
confrontationintr.Rarearm oneself before a confrontationintr.Rare
  • He chose to forearm himself with facts before the meeting.
arm equip
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Images of forearm

  • forearm: section of a firearm between receiver and muzzle
    section of a firearm between receiver and muzzle

Expressions with forearm

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forceful blow using the forearm
The forearm smash knocked the opponent down.

Origin of forearm

Old English, fore (before) + arm (limb)

Examples of forearm in a sentence

  • The tattoo on his forearm was intricate.
  • The forearm of the rifle was intricately carved.
  • He adjusted the forearm to improve the balance of the gun.
  • He forearmed himself with facts before the interview.
  • They forearmed their team with strategies for the match.
  • She decided to forearm herself with knowledge.

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  1. French:avant-bras, se préparer, ...
  2. German:Unterarm, sich wappnen, ...
  3. Italian:avambraccio, prepararsi, ...
  4. Spanish:antebrazo, prepararse, ...
  5. Portuguese:antebraço, preparar-se, ...
  6. Chinese:前臂, 做好准备, ...
  7. Japanese:前腕, 武装する, ...
  8. Arabic:سَاعِد, اِسْتَعَدَّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַמַּת הַיָּד, לְהִתְכּוֹנֵן מֵרֹאשׁ, ...
  10. Russian:предплечье, подготовиться, ...
  11. Ukrainian:передпліччя, озброюватися, ...
  12. Hindi:प्रकोष्ठ, तैयार होना, ...
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