English · Adjectives

forward

/ˈfɔːrwərd/

[/ˈfɔːrwərd/]

toward the front; ahead

Beginneradverb

Definition

Forward means in the direction that is in front of you.

Example

She took a step forward to see better.

She took a step forward to see better.

Etymology

From Old English 'foreweard', from 'fore' meaning before and 'weard' meaning direction.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to show movement toward the front.

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