Forefelt

/ˌfɔːrˈfɛlt/ verb

Definition

Past tense of forefeel; sensed, felt, or had a premonition of something before it occurred.

Etymology

Past tense of 'forefeel,' using the irregular verb pattern of 'feel/felt.' This archaic form reflects older English verb conjugation.

Kelly Says

In old ship captains' logs, 'forefelt' appears surprisingly often—experienced sailors would write that they 'forefelt' storms or danger, and their gut feelings were often right because they unconsciously read subtle weather signs.

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