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Noun: forearm  'for,aa(r)m
  1. The part of the superior limb between the elbow and the wrist
Verb: forearm  'for,aa(r)m
  1. Arm in advance of a confrontation

Derived forms: forearming, forearms, forearmed

Type of: arm, build up, fortify, gird, limb

Part of: arm

Encyclopedia: Forearm

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