forge

UK
/fɔːdʒ/
US
/fɔrdʒ/

Translations

forgenoun
forges
pl
UK
/fɔːdʒ/
US
/fɔrdʒ/
The blacksmith worked tirelessly in the forge to create a new set of horseshoes.
Le forgeron a travaillé sans relâche dans la forge pour fabriquer une nouvelle série de fers à cheval.
Additional translations
creusetSens figuré.
forgeverb
forged
Past Simple
forged
Past Participle
forging
Gerund
UK
/fɔːdʒ/
US
/fɔrdʒ/
falsifierDocuments, signatures, billets ou œuvres d'art.
He was arrested for attempting to forge a signature on the legal documents.
Il a été arrêté pour avoir tenté de falsifier une signature sur les documents juridiques.
forgerAu sens figuré.
The two companies forged a strong partnership to dominate the market.
Les deux entreprises ont forgé un partenariat solide pour dominer le marché.
The blacksmith forged a beautiful sword from the raw iron.
Le forgeron a forgé une belle épée à partir du fer brut.
Additional translations
avancerSurtout dans l'expression « forge ahead ».

Definitions

forgenoun
A furnace or workshop where metal is heated and shaped.
The blacksmith worked tirelessly in the forge to create a new set of horseshoes.
A place where something is developed or created, often used metaphorically.
The university is considered a forge of innovation and new ideas.
forgeverb
To make or shape a metal object by heating it in a fire or furnace and hammering it.
The blacksmith forged a beautiful sword from the raw iron.
To create something strong, enduring, or successful.
The two companies forged a strong partnership to dominate the market.
To produce a fraudulent copy or imitation of a document, signature, banknote, or work of art.
He was arrested for attempting to forge a signature on the legal documents.
To move forward gradually or steadily.
Despite the challenges, the team forged ahead with their plans.