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1. forestall

verb. ['fɔrˈstɔl'] keep from happening or arising; make impossible.

Etymology

  • forestall (English)
  • forestallen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • forestalle (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • forstal (Middle English (1100-1500))

2. forestall

verb. ['fɔrˈstɔl'] act in advance of; deal with ahead of time.

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Etymology

  • forestall (English)
  • forestallen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • forestalle (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • forstal (Middle English (1100-1500))
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