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for·ward / ˈfôrwərd/ • adv. (also for·wards) 1. toward the front; in the direction that one is facing or traveling: he started up the engine and the car moved forward | Lori leaned forward over the table. ∎ in, near, or toward the bow or nose of a ship or aircraft. ∎ in the normal order or sequence: the number was the same backward as forward. 2. onward so as to make progress; toward a successful conclusion: there's no way forward for the relationship. ∎ into a position of prominence or notice: he is pushing forward a political ally. 3. toward the future; ahead in time: from that day forward, the assembly was at odds with us. ∎ to an earlier time: the special issue has been moved forward to winter. • adj. 1. directed or facing toward the front or the direction that one is facing or traveling: forward flight the pilot's forward view. ∎ positioned near the enemy lines: troops moved to the forward areas. ∎ (in sports) moving toward the opponents' goal: a forward pass. ∎ in, near, or toward the bow or nose of a ship or aircraft. ∎ fig. moving or tending onwards to a successful conclusion: the decision is a forward step. ∎ Electr. (of a voltage applied to a semiconductor junction) in the direction that allows significant current to flow. 2. relating to or concerned with the future: forward planning. 3. (of a person) bold or familiar in manner, esp. in a presumptuous way. 4. developing or acting earlier than expected or required; advanced or precocious: an alarmingly forward yet painfully vulnerable child. ∎ (of a plant or crop) well advanced or early. ∎ progressing toward or approaching maturity or completion. • n. 1. an attacking player in basketball, hockey, or other sports. ∎ Football an offensive or defensive lineman. 2. (forwards) Finance short for forward contract. • v. [tr.] 1. send (a letter) on to a further destination: [as adj.] (forwarding) a forwarding address. ∎ hand over or send (an official document): their final report was forwarded to the Commanding Officer. ∎ dispatch (goods): [as adj.] (forwarding) a freight forwarding company. 2. help to advance (something); promote: the scientists are forwarding the development of biotechnology. DERIVATIVES: for·ward·ly adv. for·ward·ness n. |
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"forward." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. 31 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "forward." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Encyclopedia.com. (May 31, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-forward.html "forward." The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English. 2009. Retrieved May 31, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O999-forward.html |
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forward towards the future OE.; towards or to the front, onward XIV. OE. forweard, var. of forðweard onwards, continually, f. FORTH + -WARD.
Hence adj. in an advanced state or position; eagerly ready; pert XVI. Hence vb. help forward, advance XVI; send forward XVIII. So forwards XIV; cf. OE. forðweardes. See -WARDS. |
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T. F. HOAD. "forward." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. 31 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. T. F. HOAD. "forward." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. (May 31, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-forward.html T. F. HOAD. "forward." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Retrieved May 31, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-forward.html |
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forward adv. also forwards
1. positioned near the enemy lines: troops moved to the forward areas. 2. in, near, or toward the bow or nose of a ship or aircraft. v. hand over or send (an official document): their final report was forwarded to the Commanding Officer. |
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"forward." The Oxford Essential Dictionary of the U.S. Military. 2001. Encyclopedia.com. 31 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "forward." The Oxford Essential Dictionary of the U.S. Military. 2001. Encyclopedia.com. (May 31, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O63-forward.html "forward." The Oxford Essential Dictionary of the U.S. Military. 2001. Retrieved May 31, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O63-forward.html |
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forward (pron. forrard), towards the bows of a ship, or in its fore part. It has no particular boundary line, being used more in a relative or directional sense than as a definition of any area.
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"forward." The Oxford Companion to Ships and the Sea. 2006. Encyclopedia.com. 31 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "forward." The Oxford Companion to Ships and the Sea. 2006. Encyclopedia.com. (May 31, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O225-forward.html "forward." The Oxford Companion to Ships and the Sea. 2006. Retrieved May 31, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O225-forward.html |
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forward
•landward • backward
•Edward, headward
•hellward • heavenward • leftward
•northwestward, southwestward, westward
•wayward
•leeward, seaward
•eastward, northeastward, southeastward
•windward • inward • cityward
•skyward • sideward • rightward
•onward
•forward, henceforward, shoreward, straightforward, thenceforward
•awkward • northward
•downward, townward
•outward • southward • poleward
•homeward • oceanward • Woodward
•sunward • upward • frontward
•rearward • afterward • earthward
•halyard
•lanyard, Spaniard
•untenured • steelyard • vineyard
•poniard
•haphazard, hazard, mazzard
•blizzard, gizzard, izard, lizard, vizard, wizard
•buzzard
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"forward." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Encyclopedia.com. 31 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "forward." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Encyclopedia.com. (May 31, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O233-forward.html "forward." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Retrieved May 31, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O233-forward.html |
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