1. the front leg of a four-legged animal, especially a horse or cattle, from the knee or hock to the hoof
Usage: commonly used in veterinary and equestrian contexts
2. a cut of meat from the front leg of an animal, used in cooking
Usage: culinary term; common in butchery

Examples

• The horse had a slight swelling in its foreshank after the long ride.
• The veterinarian examined the foreshank for signs of injury.
• A beef foreshank makes an excellent base for slow-cooked stews.
• The butcher trimmed the foreshank and wrapped it for sale.
• Lamb foreshank is often braised until the meat becomes tender.
• The rider noticed the foreshank was warm to the touch, indicating possible inflammation.