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Forethought Definition & Meaning

forethought
noun
  1. planning or plotting in advance of acting
  2. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"

"Forethought" in song lyrics

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  • "forethought vs forethought"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does forethought mean?
planning or plotting in advance of acting judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
What part of speech is forethought?
Forethought is a noun.
How many definitions does forethought have?
Forethought has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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