forelock Meaning & Definition
What Does Forelock Mean?
Forelock is used as a noun meaning The part of a person's hairstyle which covers the forehead. It can also mean The part of a horse's (or similar animal's) mane that lies on its forehead. As a verb, it means To fix in place with a forelock (wedge).
Forelock at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈfɔː(ɹ)lɒk// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | foretop and bangs |
| Plural | forelocks |
| Verb forms | forelocks, forelocking, forelocked |
Forelock Definition (Noun)
- The part of a person's hairstyle which covers the forehead.
- The part of a horse's (or similar animal's) mane that lies on its forehead.
Noun
- A wedge pushed through a hole at the end of a bolt to hold it in place.
Forelock as a Verb
- To fix in place with a forelock (wedge)
Synonyms of Forelock
Forelock synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Forelock
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Forelock in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
forelock (plural forelocks)
forelock (third-person singular simple present forelocks, present participle forelocking, simple past and past participle forelocked)
Words That Rhyme With Forelock
Origin of Forelock
Origin 1: From Middle English *forelock, *forelok, from Old English forelocc, equivalent to fore- + lock.
Origin 2: From Middle English forelok, equivalent to fore- + lock.
How Do You Say Forelock?
Forelock is pronounced //ˈfɔː(ɹ)lɒk// and has 1 syllable.
Forelock: Your Questions Answered
Is forelock a noun or a verb?
Forelock is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for forelock?
You can replace forelock with words such as foretop and bangs. See the full list of forelock synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of forelock?
The plural of forelock is forelocks.
What is the past tense of forelock?
The past tense of forelock is forelocked. The present participle is forelocking.