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forelock

/ˈfɔː.lɒk/

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noun

C2formalcommonobsolete/ˈfɔː.lɒk/

A noun referring to a lock of hair growing from the front of the head, often used historically in the context of servitude or deference.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее прядь волос, растущую на передней части головы, часто используемое исторически в контексте раболепия или почтения.
  1. Hair on forehead C1 formal

    A lock of hair growing on the forehead, especially of a horse or other animal.

    • The horse's forelock was braided for the show.
    • He brushed the forelock away from his eyes.
    • The pony had a thick, white forelock.

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    Synonyms: foretop

  2. Symbol of submission C2 formal british

    Used in the phrase 'tugging the forelock' to indicate a gesture of respect or submission, often in a historical or class context.

    • The old servant tugged his forelock as the lord passed by.
    • He was always tugging his forelock to the wealthy landowners.
    • The phrase 'tugging the forelock' symbolizes deference to authority.

    🇷🇺Символ покорности

  • forelocks plural form
  • forelocks' possessive plural form
  • forelock's possessive singular form