As nouns the difference between firearm and forearm
is that firearm is a personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a metal (usually lead) projectile while forearm is the part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow.
As a verb forearm is
to arm in preparation.
firearm
Noun
(
en noun)
A personal weapon that uses explosive powder to propel a metal (usually lead) projectile.
Hyponyms
* See .
forearm
Noun
(
en noun)
The part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow.
(firearms) A section of the weapon between the receiver and the muzzle, used to hold the firearm steady.
Synonyms
* (part of the arm) antebrachium
* (part of a weapon) forestock, handguard
Verb
(
en verb)
To arm in preparation.
Usage notes
* This verb is quite rare, except in the participial adjective (forearmed), found in the common adage (forewarned is forearmed).
