Done with the front of the hand; or relating to advance preparation and foresight; ready and well-prepared.
From 'fore-' (before, forward) + 'handed' (done by hand or prepared). This word has both literal meanings (relating to forehands in sports) and evolved into meaning well-prepared or having advance foresight.
A 'forehanded' person in old English meant someone smart enough to prepare in advance—if you're 'forehanded,' you've already thought ahead and are ready for what's coming!
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