foretop

noun8

1. •
   A platform at the top of the foremast, supported by the trestle trees.

   • The second captain of the foretop outed himself in one muscular contraction. — 1960
2. •
   The forelock of a horse.
3. •
   (dialect, UK) An erect tuft of hair.
4. •
   The front seat at the top of a horse-drawn vehicle.
5. •
   (no longer used) The lock of hair which grows on top of the forehead; the corresponding part of a wig.
6. •
   (no longer used) The top of the head; the top of the forehead.
7. •
   (no longer used) In the phrase, to take time (or occasion or opportunity) by the foretop, meaning "to boldly seize an opportunity".
8. •
   (no longer used) A fop; one who sports a foretop.