forewing

noun

fore·​wing ˈfȯr-ˌwiŋ 

: either of the anterior wings of a 4-winged insect

Examples of forewing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flying ants, in contrast, have large forewings and smaller hind wings. — Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026

The hind wings are thin, delicate membranes that are folded under the protective forewings when at rest. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026

The forewings have black spots at the front, with a speckled band at the rear. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026

The tan forewings have black spots, while their signature colorful hindwings have lower red and upper black patches separated by a white section. — Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1712, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for forewing

• anything
• colouring
• everything
• nuzzling
• snorkeling
• splattering
• superstring
• underwing
• worshiping
• bing
• bring
• ching

Kids Definition

forewing

noun

fore·​wing ˈfō(ə)r-ˌwiŋ 

ˈfȯ(ə)r-

: either of the front wings of a four-winged insect