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forge1

 
 
pronunciation:
forj
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a furnace or hearth where metal is heated to be worked or shaped.
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
definition 2: to form or shape by any means.
The general forged a plan of attack.
similar words:
fashion, form, shape
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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