foresight
- (countable, uncountable) The ability to foresee or prepare wisely for the future.
- (countable, uncountable) The front sight on a rifle or similar weapon.
- (countable, uncountable) A bearing taken forwards towards a new object.
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Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈfɔɹsaɪt/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English forsight, forsyght, forsichte (since 14th c.), a calque from providentia equivalent to fore- + sight. Compare Scots foresicht (“foresight”), Saterland Frisian Foarsicht (“caution”), West Frisian foarútsjoch (“foresight”), Dutch voorzicht (“foresight”), German Vorsicht (“caution; care; attention”).
front sight
speedy comprehension
unobstructed view
muzzle sight
previsión
prévoyance
previsione
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