How to pronounce "forefend"

• "forefend" pronounced in English.

Meanings and definitions of "forefend"

Verb

prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; "Let's avoid a confrontation"; "head off a confrontation"; "avert a strike"

Synonyms:

• debar
• forefend
• forfend
• obviate
• deflect
• avert
• head off
• stave off
• fend off
• avoid
• ward off