forge
/fɔrdʒ/
verb
- To shape metal by heating and hammering.
- The blacksmith will forge a new horseshoe from iron.
- She learned to forge decorative railings at the workshop.
- Ancient warriors forged swords and shields in hot furnaces.
- To create or develop something strong, such as a relationship or plan.
- The two companies forged a partnership to develop new technology.
- They forged a lasting friendship during their college years.
- He forged a career in music through hard work and dedication.
- To move forward with difficulty and determination.
- The hikers forged ahead through the thick forest.
- She forged through the long hours of studying for the exam.
- Despite the rain, the team forged on to finish the race.
- To make a copy of something, especially money or a signature, in order to deceive.
- He was arrested for trying to forge the president's signature.
- Someone forged the check and cashed it at the bank.
- The artist was caught forging famous paintings and selling them.
Synonyms
noun
- A place where metal is heated and shaped, especially a blacksmith's workshop.
- The village forge was a busy place in the 1800s.
- He works at a forge making custom knives and tools.
- The old forge still has its original bellows and anvil.