forereach
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fore·reach

verb \fr-ˈrēch\

Definition of FOREREACH

intransitive verb
of a ship
: to gain ground in tacking
transitive verb
: to gain on or go ahead of (a ship) when close-hauled

First Known Use of FOREREACH

1644

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