Definition of forepartnext
as in front
a forward part or surface moved to the forepart of the machine to check the mechanism

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Recent Examples of forepart In addition to the Horween leather upper tanned in Chicago, each boot also features waxed cotton laces made in South Carolina and a Vibram rubber forepart and heel manufactured in Pennsylvania. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2023 Three millimeters of extra padding in the footbed provide plenty of comfort, while a leather outsole with rubber in the forepart (the front portion of the sole) offers traction that prevents slips. Madeline Diamond, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2020
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front
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  • With a steely disposition, Dikha is seen in the videos standing at the very front of a thin boat, executing a repetitive series of dance moves as a line of rowers propel them through a river.
    Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The footage also showed federal agents were by the apartment front door and Neal was at a significant distance when the shooting occurred, according to Wharton.
    Juliana Kim, NPR, 23 Aug. 2026

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“Forepart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forepart. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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