Forecount

/ˌfɔːrˈkaʊnt/ verb

Definition

To count or reckon something beforehand or in advance.

Etymology

From 'fore-' (before) plus 'count' from Old French 'conter', from Latin 'computare'. Rare in modern usage but used in accounting and planning contexts.

Kelly Says

Merchants in medieval markets had to 'forecount' their goods before selling them—checking inventory in advance prevented fraud and arguments with customers about what was actually for sale!

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