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forge

(fɔːʳdʒ)

Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense forges, present participle forging, past tense, past participle forged

1. verb

If one person or institution forges an agreement or relationship with another, they create it with a lot of hard work, hoping that it will be strong or lasting.

The Prime Minister is determined to forge a good relationship with America's newleader. [VERB noun + with]

They agreed to forge closer economic ties. [VERB noun]

The programme aims to forge links between higher education and small businesses. [V n between]

The pair forged a formidable alliance. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: form, build, create, establish More Synonyms of forge

2. verb

If you say that a person has forged something that you approve of, you mean that you admire them for having done something difficult.

[approval]

The project will help inmates forge new careers. [VERB noun]

3. verb

If someone forges something such as a banknote, a document, or a painting, they copy it or make it so that it looks genuine, in order to deceive people.

He admitted seven charges including forging passports. [VERB noun]

She alleged that Taylor had forged her signature on the form. [VERB noun]

They used forged documents to leave the country. [VERB-ed]

forgerWord forms: plural forgers countable noun

...the most prolific art forger in the country.

Synonyms: counterfeiter, copier, copyist, falsifier More Synonyms of forge

4. countable noun [oft in names]

A forge is a place where someone makes metal goods and equipment by heating pieces of metal and then shaping them.

...the blacksmith's forge.

...Woodbury Blacksmith & Forge Co.

5. verb

If someone forges an object out of metal, they heat the metal and then hammer and bend it into the required shape.

To forge a blade takes great skill. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: create, make, work, found More Synonyms of forge

Phrasal verbs:

See forge ahead

More Synonyms of forge

forge in British English 1

(fɔːdʒ)

noun

a place in which metal is worked by heating and hammering; smithy

a hearth or furnace used for heating metal

a machine used to shape metals by hammering

verb

4. (transitive)

to shape (metal) by heating and hammering

5. (transitive)

to form, shape, make, or fashion (objects, articles, etc)

6. (transitive)

to invent or devise (an agreement, understanding, etc)

to make or produce a fraudulent imitation of (a signature, banknote, etc) or to commit forgery

Derived forms

forgeable (ˈforgeable)

adjective

forger (ˈforger)

noun

Word origin

C14: from Old French forgier to construct, from Latin fabricāre, from faber craftsman

forge in British English 2

(fɔːdʒ)

verb (intransitive)

to move at a steady and persevering pace

to increase speed; spurt

Word origin

C17: of unknown origin

forge in American English 1

(fɔrdʒ)

noun

a furnace for heating metal to be wrought

a place where metal is heated and hammered or wrought into shape; smithy

a place where wrought iron is made from pig iron or iron ore

verb transitiveWord forms: forged or ˈforging

to form or shape (metal) with blows or pressure from a hammer, press, or other machine, usually after heating

to make (something) by or as by this method; form; shape; produce

to make (something false) or imitate (something genuine) for purposes of deception or fraud; esp., to counterfeit (a check, signature, etc.)

verb intransitive

to work at a forge

to commit forgery

Word origin

ME < OFr < L fabrica, workshop, fabric < faber, workman < IE base *dhabh-, to join, fit > daft

forge in American English 2

(fɔrdʒ)

verb intransitiveWord forms: forged or ˈforging

to move forward steadily, as if against difficulties

to move in a sudden spurt of speed and energy

▶ USAGE: Often with ahead

Word origin

prob. altered < force

Examples of 'forge' in a sentence
forge

It might forge another career for me.We will be able to forge relationships on our own terms.It should be one in which we all work together to forge the future.Others can forge a stage career.They forged a close relationship.He rallied a group around his plan and forged ahead.Many other people with money have forged careers as presenters.If your friendship matters to you both you will work on forging a deeper bond.We look forward to forging a new one with where our new show is going.That is how they will forge their character and how they will get experience.

In other languages
forge

British English: forge /fɔːdʒ/ VERB

If someone forges banknotes, documents, or paintings, they make false copies of them in order to deceive people.

He forged her signature.

American English: forge
Arabic: يُزَوِّرُ
Brazilian Portuguese: forjar
Chinese: 伪造
Croatian: krivotvoriti
Czech: padělat
Danish: forfalske
Dutch: vervalsen
European Spanish: falsificar
Finnish: takoa metallia
French: contrefaire
German: schmieden
Greek: σφυρηλατώ
Italian: contraffare
Japanese: 鍛造する
Korean: 단조하다 금속
Norwegian: utforme
Polish: wykuć
European Portuguese: forjar
Romanian: a falsifica
Russian: фальсифицировать
Latin American Spanish: falsificar
Swedish: kämpa sig fram
Thai: ปลอมแปลง
Turkish: dövmek demir
Ukrainian: підроблювати
Vietnamese: làm giả

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Chinese translation of 'forge'

forge

(fɔːdʒ)

vt

(fraudulently) [signature, banknote] 伪(偽)造 (wěizào)
(= create) [alliance, relationship, links] 创(創)建 (chuàngjiàn)
[wrought iron] 锻(鍛)造 (duànzào)

n (c)

(= smithy) 铁(鐵)匠铺(鋪) (tiějiàngpù) (个(個), gè)

1 (verb) in the sense of form

Definition

to create (an alliance, relationship, etc.)

They agreed to forge closer economic ties.

Synonyms

form

You may want to form a company to buy a joint freehold.

build

Developers are now proposing to build a hotel on the site.

create

He's creating a whole new language of painting.

establish

They established the school in 1989.

set up

fashion

shape

Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a loaf.

frame

construct

The boxes should be constructed from rough-sawn timber.

invent

He invented the first electric clock.

devise

We devised a scheme to help him.

mould

The experience has moulded her personality.

contrive

The oil companies were accused of contriving a shortage of gasoline to justify price increases.

fabricate

All the tools are fabricated from high-quality steel.

hammer out

make

They now make cars at two plants in Europe.

work

Work the dough with your hands until it is very smooth.

2 (verb) in the sense of fake

Definition

to make a fraudulent imitation of (a signature, money, a painting, etc.)

They forged dollar notes.

Synonyms

fake

Did they fake this evidence?

copy

She never participated in copying classified documents for anyone.

reproduce

The effect has proved hard to reproduce.

imitate

a precedent which may be imitated by other activists

counterfeit

He financed a plot to counterfeit gold coins.

feign

You can't feign interest in something you loathe.

falsify

The charges against him include fraud, bribery, and falsifying business records.

coin

The phrase `cosmic ray' was coined by R. A. Millikan in 1925.

3 (verb) in the sense of create

Definition

to shape (metal) by heating and hammering

To forge a blade takes great skill.

Synonyms

create

make

The crash made a noise like a building coming down.

work

Modern medicine can work miracles.

found

He founded the Centre for Journalism Studies.

form

The bowl was formed out of clay.

model

Sometimes she carved wood or modelled clay.

fashion

The desk was fashioned out of oak.

shape

Like it or not, our families shape our lives.

cast

This statue of Neptune is cast in bronze.

turn out

construct

devise

mould

We moulded a statue out of mud.

contrive

fabricate

hammer out

beat into shape

phrasal verb

See forge ahead

Additional synonyms

in the sense of build

Definition

to make or construct by joining parts or materials

Developers are now proposing to build a hotel on the site.

Synonyms

construct,

make,

raise,

put up,

assemble,

erect,

fabricate,

form

in the sense of cast

Definition

to make (an object) by such a process

This statue of Neptune is cast in bronze.

Synonyms

mould,

set,

found,

form,

model,

shape

in the sense of coin

Definition

to invent (a new word or phrase)

The phrase `cosmic ray' was coined by R. A. Millikan in 1925.

Synonyms

invent,

create,

make up,

frame,

forge,

conceive,

originate,

formulate,

fabricate,

think up

Synonyms of 'forge'

forge

Explore 'forge' in the dictionary

Additional synonyms

in the sense of shape

Definition

to mould into a particular pattern or form

Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a loaf.

Synonyms

mould,

form,

make,

fashion,

model,

cast,

frame,

sculpt

in the sense of shape

Definition

to devise or develop

Like it or not, our families shape our lives.

Synonyms

form,

affect,

influence,

make,

produce,

create,

model,

fashion,

mould

in the sense of work

Work the dough with your hands until it is very smooth.

Synonyms

manipulate,

make,

form,

process,

fashion,

shape,

handle,

mould,

knead

in the sense of work

Modern medicine can work miracles.

Synonyms

accomplish,

cause,

create,

effect,

achieve,

carry out,

implement,

execute,

bring about,

encompass,

contrive

单词	forge
释义	Trends of forge View usage for: forge (fɔːʳdʒ) Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense forges, present participle forging, past tense, past participle forged 1. verb If one person or institution forges an agreement or relationship with another, they create it with a lot of hard work, hoping that it will be strong or lasting. The Prime Minister is determined to forge a good relationship with America's newleader. [VERB noun + with] They agreed to forge closer economic ties. [VERB noun] The programme aims to forge links between higher education and small businesses. [V n between] The pair forged a formidable alliance. [VERB noun] Synonyms: form, build, create, establish More Synonyms of forge 2. verb If you say that a person has forged something that you approve of, you mean that you admire them for having done something difficult. [approval] The project will help inmates forge new careers. [VERB noun] 3. verb If someone forges something such as a banknote, a document, or a painting, they copy it or make it so that it looks genuine, in order to deceive people. He admitted seven charges including forging passports. [VERB noun] She alleged that Taylor had forged her signature on the form. [VERB noun] They used forged documents to leave the country. [VERB-ed] forgerWord forms: plural forgers countable noun ...the most prolific art forger in the country. Synonyms: counterfeiter, copier, copyist, falsifier More Synonyms of forge 4. countable noun [oft in names] A forge is a place where someone makes metal goods and equipment by heating pieces of metal and then shaping them. ...the blacksmith's forge. ...Woodbury Blacksmith & Forge Co. 5. verb If someone forges an object out of metal, they heat the metal and then hammer and bend it into the required shape. To forge a blade takes great skill. [VERB noun] Synonyms: create, make, work, found More Synonyms of forge Phrasal verbs: See forge ahead More Synonyms of forge forge in British English 1 (fɔːdʒ) noun 1. a place in which metal is worked by heating and hammering; smithy 2. a hearth or furnace used for heating metal 3. a machine used to shape metals by hammering verb 4. (transitive) to shape (metal) by heating and hammering 5. (transitive) to form, shape, make, or fashion (objects, articles, etc) 6. (transitive) to invent or devise (an agreement, understanding, etc) 7. to make or produce a fraudulent imitation of (a signature, banknote, etc) or to commit forgery Derived forms forgeable (ˈforgeable) adjective forger (ˈforger) noun Word origin C14: from Old French forgier to construct, from Latin fabricāre, from faber craftsman forge in British English 2 (fɔːdʒ) verb (intransitive) 1. to move at a steady and persevering pace 2. to increase speed; spurt Word origin C17: of unknown origin forge in American English 1 (fɔrdʒ) noun 1. a furnace for heating metal to be wrought 2. a place where metal is heated and hammered or wrought into shape; smithy 3. a place where wrought iron is made from pig iron or iron ore verb transitiveWord forms: forged or ˈforging 4. to form or shape (metal) with blows or pressure from a hammer, press, or other machine, usually after heating 5. to make (something) by or as by this method; form; shape; produce 6. to make (something false) or imitate (something genuine) for purposes of deception or fraud; esp., to counterfeit (a check, signature, etc.) verb intransitive 7. to work at a forge 8. to commit forgery Word origin ME < OFr < L fabrica, workshop, fabric < faber, workman < IE base dhabh-, to join, fit > daft forge in American English 2 (fɔrdʒ) verb intransitiveWord forms: forged or ˈforging 1. to move forward steadily, as if against difficulties 2. to move in a sudden spurt of speed and energy ▶ USAGE: Often with ahead Word origin prob. altered < force Examples of 'forge' in a sentence forge It might forge another career for me. The Sun (2016) We will be able to forge relationships on our own terms. Times, Sunday Times (2016) It should be one in which we all work together to forge the future. The Sun (2016) Others can forge a stage career. Times, Sunday Times (2016) They forged a close relationship. The Sun (2016) He rallied a group around his plan and forged ahead. Christianity Today (2000) Many other people with money have forged careers as presenters. The Sun (2008) If your friendship matters to you both you will work on forging a deeper bond. Times, Sunday Times (2009) We look forward to forging a new one with where our new show is going. Times, Sunday Times (2015) That is how they will forge their character and how they will get experience. Times, Sunday Times (2008) She also forged close relationships with the younger royals. Times, Sunday Times (2013) She will need to forge strong relations with the leaders. Times, Sunday Times (2016) It is rather hard to forge a relationship when you are in and out of the country. Times, Sunday Times (2009) This coalition was forged by not one but two pragmatic politicians. Times, Sunday Times (2010) It probably hit a raw nerve in a country tentatively forging an independent identity and sensitive about its folklore. Times, Sunday Times (2012) But increasing numbers of people are becoming aware of the charity sector as a place to work and forge a career. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Women here don't seem to be forging ahead very fast. Times, Sunday Times (2013) In retirement he forged a second career as an expert on early English marine artists. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Will it be forging ahead, prosperity back on track? Times, Sunday Times (2016) I recently noticed some financial discrepancies and discovered my signature had been forged on documents. The Sun (2011) After she left there, she forged a career in modelling and worked in clubs and bars to make ends meet. The Sun (2014) Downing Street is already working hard to forge ties with Obama. The Sun (2008) Indeed, it does look quite adult when coalition politicians can honestly admit their differences, put them to one side and forge agreement and compromise. Times, Sunday Times (2010) In other languages forge British English: forge /fɔːdʒ/ VERB If someone forges* banknotes, documents, or paintings, they make false copies of them in order to deceive people. He forged her signature. American English: forge Arabic: يُزَوِّرُ Brazilian Portuguese: forjar Chinese: 伪造 Croatian: krivotvoriti Czech: padělat Danish: forfalske Dutch: vervalsen European Spanish: falsificar Finnish: takoa metallia French: contrefaire German: schmieden Greek: σφυρηλατώ Italian: contraffare Japanese: 鍛造する Korean: 단조하다 금속 Norwegian: utforme Polish: wykuć European Portuguese: forjar Romanian: a falsifica Russian: фальсифицировать Latin American Spanish: falsificar Swedish: kämpa sig fram Thai: ปลอมแปลง Turkish: dövmek demir Ukrainian: підроблювати Vietnamese: làm giả All related terms of 'forge' drop forge a device for forging metal between two dies , one of which is fixed , the other acting by gravity or by steam or hydraulic pressure forge ahead If you forge ahead with something, you continue with it and make a lot of progress with it. forge links A link between two people, organizations, or places is a friendly or business connection between them. Valley Forge an area in SE Pennsylvania , northwest of Philadelphia : winter camp (1777–78) of Washington and the American Revolutionary Army forge a career A career is the job or profession that someone does for a long period of their life. forge a friendship A friendship is a relationship between two or more friends . forge an identity The identity of a person or place is the characteristics they have that distinguish them from others. Chinese translation of 'forge' forge (fɔːdʒ) vt (fraudulently) [signature, banknote] 伪(偽)造 (wěizào) (= create) [alliance, relationship, links] 创(創)建 (chuàngjiàn) [wrought iron] 锻(鍛)造 (duànzào) n (c) (= smithy) 铁(鐵)匠铺(鋪) (tiějiàngpù) (个(個), gè) 1 (verb) in the sense of form Definition to create (an alliance, relationship, etc.) They agreed to forge closer economic ties. Synonyms form You may want to form a company to buy a joint freehold. build Developers are now proposing to build a hotel on the site. create He's creating a whole new language of painting. establish They established the school in 1989. set up fashion shape Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a loaf. frame construct The boxes should be constructed from rough-sawn timber. invent He invented the first electric clock. devise We devised a scheme to help him. mould The experience has moulded her personality. contrive The oil companies were accused of contriving a shortage of gasoline to justify price increases. fabricate All the tools are fabricated from high-quality steel. hammer out make They now make cars at two plants in Europe. work Work the dough with your hands until it is very smooth. 2 (verb) in the sense of fake Definition to make a fraudulent imitation of (a signature, money, a painting, etc.) They forged dollar notes. Synonyms fake Did they fake this evidence? copy She never participated in copying classified documents for anyone. reproduce The effect has proved hard to reproduce. imitate a precedent which may be imitated by other activists counterfeit He financed a plot to counterfeit gold coins. feign You can't feign interest in something you loathe. falsify The charges against him include fraud, bribery, and falsifying business records. coin The phrase `cosmic ray' was coined by R. A. Millikan in 1925. 3 (verb) in the sense of create Definition to shape (metal) by heating and hammering To forge a blade takes great skill. Synonyms create make The crash made a noise like a building coming down. work Modern medicine can work miracles. found He founded the Centre for Journalism Studies. form The bowl was formed out of clay. model Sometimes she carved wood or modelled clay. fashion The desk was fashioned out of oak. shape Like it or not, our families shape our lives. cast This statue of Neptune is cast in bronze. turn out construct devise mould We moulded a statue out of mud. contrive fabricate hammer out beat into shape phrasal verb See forge ahead Additional synonyms in the sense of build Definition to make or construct by joining parts or materials Developers are now proposing to build a hotel on the site. Synonyms construct, make, raise, put up, assemble, erect, fabricate, form in the sense of cast Definition to make (an object) by such a process This statue of Neptune is cast in bronze. Synonyms mould, set, found, form, model, shape in the sense of coin Definition to invent (a new word or phrase) The phrase `cosmic ray' was coined by R. A. Millikan in 1925. Synonyms invent, create, make up, frame, forge, conceive, originate, formulate, fabricate, think up Synonyms of 'forge' forge Explore 'forge' in the dictionary Additional synonyms in the sense of shape Definition to mould into a particular pattern or form Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a loaf. Synonyms mould, form, make, fashion, model, cast, frame, sculpt in the sense of shape Definition to devise or develop Like it or not, our families shape our lives. Synonyms form, affect, influence, make, produce, create, model, fashion, mould in the sense of work Work the dough with your hands until it is very smooth. Synonyms manipulate, make, form, process, fashion, shape, handle, mould, knead in the sense of work Modern medicine can work miracles. Synonyms accomplish, cause, create, effect, achieve, carry out, implement, execute, bring about, encompass, contrive
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n (c)

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