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- pronunciation:
- forj
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a furnace or hearth where metal is heated to be worked or shaped.
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| definition 2: |
the building in which such work is done.
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
forges, forging, forged |
| definition 1: |
to form or shape by heating and hammering.
The blacksmith forged shoes for the horse.- similar words:
- hammer
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| definition 2: |
to form or shape by any means.
The general forged a plan of attack.- similar words:
- fashion, form, shape
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| definition 3: |
to invent or imitate in order to deceive.
He forged many checks before he was caught by the police.- similar words:
- counterfeit
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| related words: |
copy, design |
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