Definition of Forestalling

1. Noun. The act of preventing something by anticipating and disposing of it effectively.

Exact synonyms: Obviation, Preclusion
Generic synonyms: Bar, Prevention
Derivative terms: Forestall, Forestall, Obviate, Obviate, Preclude

Definition of Forestalling

1. forestall [v] - See also: forestall

Lexicographical Neighbors of Forestalling

forespeak
forespeaking
forespeaks
forespoke
forespoken
forest
forest
forestage
forestages
forestal
forestall
forestall
forestalled
forestaller
forestallers
forestalling (current term)
forestallment
forestallments
forestalls
forestation
forestations
forestay
forestays
forestaysail
forestaysails
forested
forested areas or land
forester
forester
foresters

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