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forelimb

noun fore·limb \-ˌlim\

Definition of FORELIMB

:  a limb (as an arm, wing, fin, or leg) that is situated anteriorly <the forelimb of a bat>
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First Known Use of FORELIMB

circa 1796
FORELIMB Defined for Kids

forelimb

noun fore·limb \ˈfr-ˌlim\

Definition of FORELIMB for Kids

:  an arm, fin, wing, or leg that is located toward the front of the body
Medical Dictionary

forelimb

noun fore·limb \-ˌlim\

Medical Definition of FORELIMB

:  a limb (as an arm, fin, wing, or leg) that is situated anteriorly

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