forequarters

/ ˈfɔːˌkwɔːtəz /

plural noun

1. the part of the body of a horse or similar quadruped that consists of the forelegs, shoulders, and adjoining parts

Example Sentences

The forequarters of beef contain the chuck, the shoulder, clod, neck and shank.

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The broader and shorter the loins the more easily will the horse raise his forequarters and bring up his hindquarters under him.

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Though most of its forequarters were blown away, blood pumping out in dying spurts, it kept trying to reach Jason.

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Males approached each other with menacing demeanor, with heads turned, snouts depressed, and forequarters standing high.

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When the female pauses, he may come to rest with his chin or forequarters resting on her.

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