Definition of Forge
Forge
forge


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
to form or shape (usually metal) by heating and hammering;

e.g. The blacksmith taught his apprentice how to forge iron into nails and hooks.

(verb)
to imitate falsely with the intent to commit fraud; counterfeit;

e.g. It is illegal to forge someone's signature on a document.

(verb)
to create or bring into being by putting effort;

e.g. The two countries are working to forge a strong alliance.

(verb)
to move forward slowly;

e.g. The ship managed to forge through the turbulent storm at sea.

(verb)
to move ahead with sudden power and speed;

e.g. The team had a goal to forge ahead in marketing the product before the other teams could get a chance.

(noun)
a furnace or a place with a furnace where metal is heated and wrought by blacksmiths;

e.g. The blacksmith and his apprentice work at the forge everyday.



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