forge


3forge

verb
forgedforg·ing

Definition of FORGE

intransitive verb
1
: to move forward slowly and steadily <the ship forged ahead through heavy seas>
2
: to move with a sudden increase of speed and power <forged into the lead> <forged ahead in marketing the product>

Origin of FORGE

origin unknown
First Known Use: 1611

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