Forefeet

/ˈfɔːrfiːt/ noun

Definition

The front feet of an animal, especially in contrast to the hind legs or back feet.

Etymology

From 'fore-' (front) + 'feet' (plural of 'foot'). This anatomical term has been used since Old English for describing animal physiology.

Kelly Says

Paleontologists study 'forefeet' fossils to understand how ancient creatures moved—the structure of forefoot bones reveals whether a dinosaur ran, climbed, or swam, telling whole evolutionary stories.

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