forethought
Pronunciation: /ˈfɔː(ɹ)θɔːt/
The English word “forethought” has 4 meanings listed here.
noun
- Thinking beforehand or in advance, planning; prior or previous consideration.
- Anticipation.
- Provident care; prudence.
adjective
- Thought of, or planned, beforehand.
Etymology
From Middle English forethouht, forethoght, from Old English *foreþōht (“forethought”); equivalent to fore- + thought. See also forethink.
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