forearmed

adj — 2 senses

forearmed

adj

Etymology By surface analysis, fore- + arm + -ed

1

Figuratively Armed in advance, in preparation for anticipated defensive moves (such as fighting, lawyering, or counterarguing).

Derived terms
forewarned is forearmed

forearmed

adj

Etymology Denominal from forearm (noun).

1

In compounds Having some specific type of forearm.

  • Popeye is a large-forearmed cartoon character.

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