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Forging - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Forging is the process of shaping metal by heating and hammering it. It can also mean creating something strong or enduring, like a relationship or an agreement, through effort.

forging

/ˈfɔr.dʒɪŋ/ /ˈfɔː.dʒɪŋ/

Definition:

Shaping metal by heating and hammering, or creating something strong and enduring.

Synonyms:

shaping, molding, crafting, fabricating

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

destroying, dismantling

Common Collocations:

forging metal, forging documents, forging ahead, forging a relationship

Derivatives:

forger, forgeable

Usage Tips:

Use "forging" for metalwork or metaphorically for creating strong bonds or progress.

Common Phrases:

forging ahead, forging ties, forged in fire

Etymology:

From Old French "forgier," from Latin "fabricare," meaning to construct or fabricate.

Examples:

  • 1. The blacksmith is forging a horseshoe with precision.
  • 2. They are forging a new partnership to expand their business.
  • 3. Forging signatures is illegal and unethical.
  • 4. The team kept forging ahead despite the challenges.

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