afoot

Word parts

a- + foot

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ʌˈfʊt/

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Adjective

Positive afoot

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. (never before the noun) being planned or happening.
   • Synonym: astir

   Plans are afoot for new houses to be built.

   There are moves afoot to introduce stricter rules.

Related words

• foot