English

Noun

forefruit ‎(plural forefruits)

1. Fruit or produce that ripens before other fruits; a firstfruit
   • 1908, Wohanka & co, Prague, Annual American Report - Volumes 1-4 - Page 19:

     It is just as important as a humus producer as it is as a nitrogen gatherer, and it is one of the deepest rooted legumes, which makes it especially valuable as a forefruit to beets and potatoes.