1. The front hoof of a four-legged animal, especially a horse or similar hoofed mammal.

Examples

• The farrier examined the horse's forehooves to check for signs of disease.
• The cow lifted its forehoof and pawed at the ground.
• Lameness in the forehoof can affect a horse's gait.
• The veterinarian trimmed the donkey's forehooves regularly.
• The deer's forehooves left tracks in the soft mud.