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forename
[ fawr-neym, fohr- ]
/ ˈfɔrˌneɪm, ˈfoʊr- /
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noun
a name that precedes the family name or surname; first name.
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Words nearby forename
foreman, foremast, foremilk, foremost, foremother, forename, forenamed, forenoon, forenoon watch, forensic, forensic accountant
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How to use forename in a sentence
Most of the existing sects designate themselves as "churches" with a distinctive forename to each.
The Vitality of Mormonism--Brief Essays|James E. TalmageThe name-token should follow close on the forename for the sake of clearness.
An Outline of English Speech-craft|William BarnesBeing given in the course of especially important religious ceremonies, this forename has a sacred character.
The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life|Emile Durkheim
British Dictionary definitions for forename
forename
/ (ˈfɔːˌneɪm) /
noun
a first or Christian name
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