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Definition forge in British English

forge verb

verb
/fɔː(r)dʒ/

▪ alliance, bond, contact, friendship, link, partnership, relationship, tie

Example

The company wanted to forge alliances with other motor manufacturers.

Example

During the 1970s, the US forged trade links with China.

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1.1

to work hard to achieve something

Example

She forged a new career as a poet and songwriter.

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Example

Someone forged my signature.

Example

The police are searching for stolen goods, forged passports, and drugs.

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3

to heat metal until it is soft, then hit it with a hammer or pour it into a mould to form different shapes

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4

to keep moving forwards, with a lot of difficulty

Example

Napoleon's soldiers forged through the snow.

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Definition forge in British English