Meaning Of The Word Forelock

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What's The Definition Of Forelock?

forelock
countable noun: A forelock is a piece of hair that falls over your forehead. People often used to pull their forelocks to show respect for other people of a higher class than they were.

forelock in American English
a lock of hair growing just above, or hanging over, the forehead

forelock in American English 1
noun: the lock of hair that grows from the fore part of the head

forelock in American English 2
noun: a pin or flat wedge passed through a hole near the end of a threadless bolt to fasten parts together
transitive verb: to fasten by means of a forelock

forelock in British English
noun: a lock of hair growing or falling over the forehead
verb: to secure (a bolt) by means of a forelock

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