fore

[fɔː(r)]

fore Definition

• 1. situated or placed in front
• 2. at, near, or toward the bow of a ship or the front of an aircraft

Using fore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The fore part of the ship was damaged in the collision.

• Example

  The pilot sits in the fore cockpit of the plane.

• Example

  The fore edge of the book is decorated with gold leaf.

fore Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fore

• front
• forward
• anterior

Antonyms for fore

• rear
• back
• posterior

Phrases with fore

• fore and aft

  from one end of a ship to the other

  Example

  The sailors were busy cleaning the deck fore and aft.

• fore and foremost

  first and most importantly

  Example

  Fore and foremost, we need to ensure the safety of our employees.

• foregone conclusion

  a result that is certain to happen

  Example

  It was a foregone conclusion that she would win the election.

Origins of fore

from Old English 'fore', meaning 'before, in front of'

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Summary: fore in Brief

'Fore' [fɔː(r)] is an adjective that describes something situated or placed in front, such as the fore part of a ship or the fore cockpit of an aircraft. It can also refer to the front edge of a book. Phrases like 'fore and foremost' mean first and most importantly, while 'foregone conclusion' refers to a result that is certain to happen.