1. the front paw of a four-legged animal

Examples

• The cat lifted its forepaw to bat at the toy mouse.
• The dog injured its forepaw while running through the woods.
• The bear used its powerful forepaws to dig for roots.
• She gently examined the puppy’s swollen forepaw.
• The lion placed its forepaw on the fallen log.
• The veterinarian wrapped bandages around the horse’s forepaw.