All forearm synonyms
fore·arm
F f noun forearm
- radius — a straight line extending from the center of a circle or sphere to the circumference or surface: The radius of a circle is half the diameter.
- ulna — Anatomy. the bone of the forearm on the side opposite to the thumb. Compare radius (def 7).
- antibrachium — (anatomy) alternative spelling of antebrachium.
verb forearm
- prepare — to put in proper condition or readiness: to prepare a patient for surgery.
- forewarn — to warn in advance.
- tip off — a small present of money given directly to someone for performing a service or menial task; gratuity: He gave the waiter a dollar as a tip.
- prime — of the first importance; demanding the fullest consideration: a prime requisite.
- alert — If you are alert, you are paying full attention to things around you and are able to deal with anything that might happen.
- warn — to give notice, advice, or intimation to (a person, group, etc.) of danger, impending evil, possible harm, or anything else unfavorable: They warned him of a plot against him. She was warned that her life was in danger.