forechase

/fɔrˈtʃeɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to pursue or chase someone or something in advance or in preparation for a future event or action.

“The detective decided to forechase the suspects before they could escape the country.”

2. noun

the act of pursuing or chasing someone or something in advance or in preparation for a future event or action.

“The police department launched a thorough forechase operation to track down the fugitives.”

Synonyms

  • anticipate
  • preempt
  • pursue

Antonyms

  • delay
  • postpone