What does forestem mean?
Forestem means (nautical) The front part of a vessel..
Forestem
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(nautical) The front part of a vessel..
Definitions by Sense
- (nautical) The front part of a vessel.
- (botany) The forward or projected-most part of a stem
Example Sentences
When the ship was in position with the forestem to the south, a grave chamber was constructed just behind the mast.
Above the waterline they were more symmetrical with a transom-shaped bow above the fore-stem.
Magnus walked to one of the ships and put his hand on the forestem at the front.
Nearby, Marikosan picked the rising and curling forestems for later cooking.
Synonyms for forestem
Antonyms for forestem
Related Words
Word Forms
- forestems
- fore-stem
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for forestem?
Common synonyms include bow, stem, prow, beak.
What is the opposite of forestem?
Possible antonyms include stern, aft, poop.
How do you use forestem in a sentence?
When the ship was in position with the forestem to the south, a grave chamber was constructed just behind the mast.
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