forearm vs forestock

forearm

noun
  • The part of the arm between the wrist and the elbow. 

  • A section of the weapon between the receiver and the muzzle, used to hold the firearm steady. 

verb
  • To arm in preparation. 

forestock

noun
  • forearm; handguard 

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