Foreshoot

Quick meaning: Foreshoot is a noun meaning The leading shoot.

Meaning

The leading shoot.

More Meanings

1. (architecture) An overhang created by an upper level cantilevered over the lower level of a barn; forebay.
2. To go too far forward; overshoot.

Example Sentences

The sketch inclosed is for a barn 42 x 34 feet with 8 feet foreshoot and the same back shed.

When they drove along under the "foreshoot" the horse lurched sideways and the front wheel caught behind a fence post.

We coasted into the harbor, took down the sails, foreshot a little, let go the anchor, the moon rose, and Cecilia already had a meal prepared.

Instantly he gave the rein to his horse, and with panting speed foreshot his little army : in a moment after his beloved Fanny sprang into his arms.

Word Forms

• foreshoots
• foreshooting
• foreshot

Related Words

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