fore·reach 
(fôr-rēch)
(fôr-rēch)v. fore·reached, fore·reach·ing, fore·reach·es
Nautical
Nautical
v.tr.
To gain on or get ahead of (a sailing vessel).
v.intr.
1. To gain on or go ahead of a sailing vessel.
2. To continue moving forward after taking in sail, as when coming about.