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forward

1 forward /ˈfoɚwɚd/ adverb
also chiefly British forwards /ˈfoɚˌwɚdz/
1 forward
/ˈfoɚwɚd/
adverb
also chiefly British forwards /ˈfoɚˌwɚdz/
Learner's definition of FORWARD
: toward the front : to or toward what is ahead or in front向前;朝前
: toward the future向将来;往后
: to or toward a more advanced state or condition有进展;进步

bring forward

see bring

come forward

see 1come

forward of

formal
: in a position that is ahead of (something) : in front of (something)在…前面

know something backward and forward

see 1know

look forward to

see 1look

put forward

see 1put

put your best foot forward

see 1foot
2 forward /ˈfoɚwɚd/ adjective
2 forward
/ˈfoɚwɚd/
adjective
Learner's definition of FORWARD
always used before a noun : near or belonging to the front part of something靠前的;在前部的
always used before a noun
: moving or directed ahead or toward the front向前的;朝前的
: moving toward the future or toward a more advanced state or condition将来的;向前进的;有进展的
[more forward; most forward] : too confident or direct in social situations傲慢的;鲁莽的

— forwardness

noun [noncount]
3 forward /ˈfoɚwɚd/ verb
forwards; forwarded; forwarding
3 forward
/ˈfoɚwɚd/
verb
forwards; forwarded; forwarding
Learner's definition of FORWARD
[+ object]
: to send (something you have received, such as a letter) to someone else转交
: to send (something that has arrived, such as a letter) to another place转寄
see also forwarding address
: to help (something) make progress or continue to a more advanced state促进;推进
see also fast-forward
4 forward /ˈfoɚwɚrd/ noun
plural forwards
4 forward
/ˈfoɚwɚrd/
noun
plural forwards
Learner's definition of FORWARD
[count] sports
: a player who plays near the opponent's goal前锋
BNC: 734 COCA: 815

forward

1 of 4

adjective

for·​ward ˈfȯr-wərd How to pronounce forward (audio)
 also  ˈfō-,
 or  ˈfȯ-,
 Southern also  ˈfär-
1
a
: near, being at, or belonging to the forepart
the forward section of the main deck
b
: situated in advance
Baggage is carried in the forward cars of the train.
2
a
: strongly inclined : ready
always forward to criticize his neighbors
b
: lacking modesty or reserve : brash
Poorly disciplined children are often distressingly forward.
3
: notably advanced or developed : precocious
The child is very forward at walking.
4
: moving, tending, or leading toward a position in front
checked the forward movement of the dog
also : moving toward an opponent's goal
5
a
: advocating an advanced policy in the direction of what is considered progress
a firm forward policy
b
: extreme, radical
on the forward fringe of conservatism
6
: of, relating to, or getting ready for the future
forward buying of produce
forwardly adverb
forwardness noun

forward

2 of 4

adverb

: to or toward what is ahead or in front
from that time forward
moved slowly forward

forward

3 of 4

verb

forwarded; forwarding; forwards

transitive verb

1
: to help onward : promote
forwarded his friend's career
2
a
: to send forward : transmit
will forward the goods on receipt of your check
b
: to send or ship onward from an intermediate post or station in transit
forward mail

forward

4 of 4

noun

: a player who plays at the front the team's formation near the opponent's goal
a forward in hockey
Choose the Right Synonym for forward

advance, promote, forward, further mean to help (someone or something) to move ahead.

advance stresses effective assisting in hastening a process or bringing about a desired end.

advance the cause of peace

promote suggests an encouraging or fostering and may denote an increase in status or rank.

a campaign to promote better health

forward implies an impetus forcing something ahead.

a wage increase would forward productivity

further suggests a removing of obstacles in the way of a desired advance.

used the marriage to further his career

Example Sentences

Adjective the forward deck of a boat the forward movement of history a very forward young woman Adverb Her long hair fell forward as she bent to tie her shoes. He pushed the throttle forward. She took a small step forward. The narrative moves backward and forward in time. The technology has taken a big step forward. Verb Your letter will be forwarded to the appropriate department. Please forward my mail to my new address. See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
However, taking forward privatisation plans in their current form would damage a thriving independent sector, deter voters, and endanger Margaret Thatcher’s legacy. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 2 Sep. 2022 In practice, forward guidance has tied the Fed into loose policies when inflation was accelerating, for fear that tightening too quickly would spook unprepared investors. The Editorial Board, WSJ, 4 Aug. 2022 The third row is also probably unsuitable for anyone taller than about 5-feet 4 inches (1.65 m), even with the second row moved into its more forward position. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 25 July 2022 Goaltender Roberto Luongo, Finnish women’s forward Riikka Sallinen and builder Herb Carnegie, a Black player in the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s before Willie O’Ree broke the NHL’s color barrier, also were selected Monday for induction in November. Carolyn Said, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 June 2022 The list of six players included one potential lottery pick, guard/forward Dyson Daniels. oregonlive, 5 June 2022 During a game against the Sacramento Kings in January, four defenders’ eyes were on him on the break, which allowed forward JaMychal Green to sneak behind the defense. New York Times, 20 Apr. 2022 Oakland Mills has great depth at the forward position, with several capable goal scorers. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 2 Sep. 2022 At the end of 2021, China Merchants Bank and Ping An Bank were trading at forward price-to-book ratios of 1.49 and 0.88, respectively. Cao Li, WSJ, 29 Aug. 2022
Adverb
And even Princess Anne, walking soberly with her siblings — back straight and eyes forward, her slender frame outfitted in her own polished uniform — seemed larger. Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 20 Sep. 2022 The town must be forward planning, updating, and looking to add businesses, large corporations and … companies that will bring in good revenue for the town once built out. Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 20 Sep. 2022 In 2001, the Islanders made a move to get forward Alexei Yashin, trading Chara as part of a deal at the NHL Entry Draft. Mallory Merda, The Courier-Journal, 20 Sep. 2022 And the Warriors hope new forward JaMychal Green will be able to emulate some of what Green does in terms of rebounding and toughness. C.j. Holmes, San Francisco Chronicle, 20 Sep. 2022 Two members of the House select committee investigating Jan. 6 have put forward a bipartisan proposal that aims to help prevent another attack at the Capitol. Rick Klein, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2022 But Biden’s full quote wasn’t so simple, or straight forward. Erin Prater, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2022 The longtime restaurateur unveiled Real Agave, an upscale Mexican restaurant and agave-forward cocktail lounge in downtown Houston on Sept. 13. Megha Mcswain, Chron, 20 Sep. 2022 Industry leaders are gathering in Europe in October to discuss how to open a path forward for vaccines. Boyce Upholt, The New Republic, 19 Sep. 2022
Verb
Friday’s confirmation hearing is expected to forward Ferry’s nomination to the full Senate for an up or down vote, which could take place during September’s interim meetings. Bryan Schott, The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 Aug. 2022 Now, a multi-agency task force will conduct a criminal investigation into the incident to determine whether any policies were violated, and will forward the results to the District Attorney's office, the APD said. Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE.com, 11 July 2022 The first step was to bring his case to a regional outpost of the Office of Mental Health, where a local committee would decide whether to forward it to a second committee, which can authorize kids to be placed in residential treatment facilities. ProPublica, 9 June 2022 Teachers will net the full $1,000, and the state will forward an extra $200 to school districts to cover benefits. al, 30 Apr. 2022 Michigan State Police are investigating the incident and will forward their findings to Chris Becker, Kent County prosecutor, who will consider if charges should be filed. Adam Sabes, Fox News, 22 Apr. 2022 In addition, a group within a community will only be able to forward messages to one group at a time, rather than five, which is the current limit. Michael Kan, PCMAG, 14 Apr. 2022 Hollander informed Sprinkel about the call and the text messages and offered to forward them to Sprinkel. Thomas Lake, CNN, 19 Mar. 2022 Hartenstein won’t play Wednesday; neither will forward Nicolas Batum (ankle). Andrew Greif, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2021
Noun
Cocokind prides itself on being a botanical-forward brand, researching each and every ingredient that goes into their products and approaching skincare from a scientific angle. Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2022 His absence will leave Boston’s frontcourt thin, with 6-foot-10-inch forward Danilo Gallinari already out for the season after tearing his ACL while playing for Italy in a FIBA World Cup qualifier this month. Adam Himmelsbach, BostonGlobe.com, 20 Sep. 2022 Hasson, a 6-foot-9 forward, is more of a project, something UConn can afford to take on with its 12th scholarship given all the front-court talent Hurley has now. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 27 Aug. 2022 Sterling’s substitute is Julián Álvarez, a young Argentine striker, rather than what might be termed a wide forward. New York Times, 29 July 2022 The combination gives it an oaky vanilla taste, rather different from your citrus-forward margs. Megha Mcswain, Chron, 27 July 2022 This could make the below deal fairly straight-forward for both teams. Jeremy Cluff, The Arizona Republic, 20 July 2022 The lanky 6-foot-9, 200-pound forward needs to continue to add muscle in order to compete against stronger post players. Jon Hale, The Courier-Journal, 13 July 2022 In a video posted by the official Angel City Instagram, Garner offered the group's forward, Sydney Leroux, and her kids Roux and Cassius, some of the juicy fruit. Antonia Debianchi, PEOPLE.com, 12 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective, Adverb, Verb, and Noun

Middle English, from Old English foreweard, from fore- + -weard -ward

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Adverb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1596, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of forward was before the 12th century
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