forpine
verb
for·pine
\fə(r)ˈpīn\
Definition of forpine
-ed/-ing/-s
archaic
: to waste or pine away (as from anguish or suffering)
Explore Merriam-Webster
There's more!
Love words? You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.
Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:
- More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
- Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
- Advanced search features
- Ad free!
Origin and Etymology of forpine
Middle English forpinen, from for- + pinen to pine — more at pine
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up forpine? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!