Meaning & Definition of word "Forth"
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Forth
/fɔrθ/
noun:
- 1. The act of coming or going out.
- Example: He made a forth to the stage, ready to present his speech.
adverb:
- 1. Out into view or the open; forward.
- Example: The explorers set forth on their journey at dawn.
- 2. Away from a particular place; out of.
- Example: She stepped forth from the shadows.
- 3. From a specified source.
- Example: New ideas came forth during the brainstorming session.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'forþ', meaning 'forward, onward'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bring forth:
to produce or yield something.
come forth:
to appear or emerge.
set forth:
to present or explain something.
Related Words
forthcoming:
about to happen or appear.
forwards:
toward a place or position ahead.
forego:
to precede in time.
Slang Meanings of forth
Meaning: Go forth and do
Example Sentence: When you get the green light, just go forth and do your best.
Meaning: Spread forth
Example Sentence: He decided to spread forth his ideas at the meeting.