Meaning & Definition of word "Forth"

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.