forequarters
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/ˈfɔrˌkwɔrtərz/
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/ˈfɔːˌkwɔːtəz/
(forequarter)
front section
Etymology
Etymology Information
'forequarters' originates from Middle English, combining 'fore,' meaning 'front,' and 'quarters,' meaning 'sections or parts.'
Historical Evolution
'forequarters' changed from the Middle English word 'forequarter' and eventually became the modern English word 'forequarters.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the front section of something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the front half of a carcass, especially of a four-legged animal, including the forelegs and the adjoining parts.
The butcher prepared the forequarters for sale.
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Last updated: 2025/02/01 14:20