forehead

noun

fore·​head ˈfȯr-ˌhed  ˈfär-əd  ˈfȯr-əd 

 also  ˈfȯr-ˌed

1

: the part of the face above the eyes

2

: the front or forepart of something

flames in the forehead of the morning sky

—John Milton

Synonyms

• front
• facade

Examples of forehead in a Sentence

the forehead of the ancient temple features a frieze of dramatically posed figures

Recent Examples on the Web

According to The New York Times and CBC, the ratfish's male population all have a peculiar appendage called the tenaculum on their foreheads. —Staff Author, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025

In particular, Dudek liked Bobba, who had a gentle air and a thick pile of dark hair that covered his forehead. —Eli Hager, ProPublica, 8 Sep. 2025

The Love, Indus Freedom of Expression Line Limiter is a formula designed specifically for targeting fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes (aka crow’s feet), mouth, and on the forehead. —Jessie Quinn, Flow Space, 8 Sep. 2025

Before thermometers and urgent care, white rum rubbed on the forehead or chest was a fever fix; a splash on a new building’s foundation was a blessing for protection. —Gina Pace, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing forehead

• forehead thermometer

Kids Definition

forehead

noun

fore·​head ˈfär-əd  ˈfȯr- 

ˈfō(ə)r-ˌhed,

ˈfȯ(ə)r-

: the part of the face above the eyes

Medical Definition

forehead

noun

fore·​head ˈfȯr-əd  ˈfär-; ˈfō(ə)r-ˌhed  ˈfȯ(ə)r- 

: the part of the face above the eyes

called also brow, frons