Obs. rare. [prob. a derivative of OF. forche, fourch (see FOUCH).] The hindermost part of a deers nombles or entrails.
1486. Bk. St. Albans, E vij b.
The hyndermost parte of the nomblis thene | |
That is to say the Forchers. |
1595. Markham, Gentl. Acad., 35 b. The hindermost part of the vmbles be called the Forchers.