forework noun 1verb 1forms 4 noun1 •A fortifying structure erected for defense, such as an embankment, wall, or tower. verb1 •To work beforehand or in preparation for; make ready; prepare.Then the curd is “foreworked”—that is, stirred slowly, either continuously or at intervals—for 30 minutes to an hour or more as it acquires firmness. — 1969 formsforeworked · forewrought · foreworking · foreworks