fortepiano |
an eighteenth-century version of the pianoforte, having a smaller keyboard and more delicate sound. |
forte-piano |
loud and then immediately soft (used as a musical direction). |
forth |
forward or onward in time or space. [3 definitions] |
forthcoming |
about to appear or happen. [4 definitions] |
for the most part |
to a large degree; usually. |
for the present |
at least at this moment, though perhaps not afterwards. |
for the time being |
just for now; for a short time only. |
forthright |
outspoken and to the point. [2 definitions] |
forthwith |
without delay or hesitation; immediately. |
fortieth |
indicating rank or position between thirty-ninth and forty-first. [3 definitions] |
fortification |
a fortified place or defensive structure, such as a castle or fort. [3 definitions] |
fortify |
to provide with fortifications, as against military attack. [5 definitions] |
fortissimo |
in music, very loud. [3 definitions] |
fortitude |
strength, endurance, and patience in the face of adversity or temptation. |
fortnight |
fourteen nights and days; two weeks. |
fortnightly |
occurring or appearing every two weeks. [3 definitions] |
FORTRAN |
a computer language using mathematical notation and used in scientific problems (acronym for "formula translation"). |
fortress |
a large, fortified building or area, often encompassing a town or settlement. |
fortuitous |
happening or appearing by chance, as a coincidence. [2 definitions] |
fortuity |
accident or chance, or something produced thereby, such as an event. |
fortunate |
having good fortune; lucky; blessed. [2 definitions] |