forefoot

noun

fore·​foot ˈfȯr-ˌfu̇t 

1

a

: one of the anterior feet especially of a quadruped

b

: the front part of the human foot

also : the front part of a shoe

2

: the forward part of a ship where the stem and keel meet

Examples of forefoot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In our measurements, the Deviate Nitro 3’s rocker started 8 percent later (closer to the toe) than the rocker on Puma’s Fast-R Nitro 2 racing super shoe, providing a stabler forefoot stance before rolling forward. —Jonathan Beverly, Outside Online, 21 Mar. 2025

The forefoot should be flexible to allow for easier walking. —Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025

McCormack agrees, and says the shoe’s springy forefoot is what helps make those transitions feel so smooth and effortless. —Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 11 Mar. 2025

For the Intrigue, that includes a narrower heel, more generous forefoot fit and added comfort underfoot with a new sockliner design. —Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for forefoot

• lilliput
• occiput
• tenderfoot
• underfoot
• afoot
• barefoot
• bigfoot
• blackfoot
• caput
• clubfoot
• cocksfoot
• crowfoot

Kids Definition

forefoot

noun

fore·​foot -ˌfu̇t 

: one of the front feet of a four-footed animal

Medical Definition

forefoot

noun

fore·​foot -ˌfu̇t 

1

: one of the anterior feet especially of a quadruped

2

: the front part of the human foot