forereach

[ fawr-reech, fohr- ]

verb (used without object)

1. to gain, as one ship on another.
2. to maintain headway, as when coming about or drifting after taking in sail or stopping engines.

verb (used with object)

1. to gain upon; catch up with.
2. to pass.

forereach

/ fɔːˈriːtʃ /

verb

1. intr nautical to keep moving under momentum without engine or sails
2. tr to surpass or outdo

Word History and Origins

Origin of forereach¹

First recorded in 1635–45; fore- + reach

Example Sentences

To the shot she paid not the slightest attention, hoping to forereach us, probably, and to get away in the fog.

From Project Gutenberg

When an animal tries to forereach you, you should neither give up to him nor yet pull one ounce against him.

From Project Gutenberg