foreleg

/ˈfɔrleɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

the front or forward leg of an animal, especially a quadruped

“The horse’s foreleg was injured during the racing competition.”

2. noun

the forward part of a ship’s leg or propeller, including the rudder and shaft

“The engineer inspected the foreleg of the ship’s propeller for damage.”

Synonyms

  • forelimb
  • front leg

Antonyms

  • hindleg