n. 1. The front of that part of the head which incloses the brain; that part of the face above the eyes; the brow. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. The aspect or countenance; assurance. [ 1913 Webster ]

To look with forehead bold and big enough
Upon the power and puissance of the king. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. The front or fore part of anything. [ 1913 Webster ]

Flames in the forehead of the morning sky. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]

So rich advantage of a promised glory
As smiles upon the forehead of this action. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]

v. i. & t. To hear beforehand. [ 1913 Webster ]

n. (Metal.) The forward extension of the hearth of a blast furnace under the tymp. [ 1913 Webster ]