Pronunciation: /fɔːrdʒ/

Definitions of forge

noun a blacksmith's workshop; a place where metal is heated and hammered into shape

Example Sentences

A1 The blacksmith used a forge to heat metal and shape it into tools.

A2 The ancient warriors would often use a forge to craft their swords and armor.

B1 The artist set up a small forge in their studio to work on metal sculptures.

B2 The historical reenactors demonstrated how to use a forge to make traditional weapons.

C1 The master blacksmith's forge was equipped with the latest technology for precision metalwork.

C2 The forge at the industrial foundry was capable of producing large-scale metal components for machinery.

verb to create or form something, especially through skill and effort; to make or produce something falsely with the intention to deceive

Example Sentences

A1 The blacksmith used a hammer to forge a new horseshoe.

A2 The artist forged a beautiful sculpture out of metal.

B1 The detective suspected that the evidence had been forged.

B2 The company forged a partnership with a major competitor.

C1 The politician was accused of forging signatures on official documents.

C2 The master forger was able to create perfect replicas of famous paintings.

Examples of forge in a Sentence

formal The blacksmith used a hammer and anvil to forge the metal into a sword.

informal I'm going to try to forge a signature on my report card.

slang Let's forge some fake IDs so we can get into the club.

figurative Through hard work and determination, she was able to forge a successful career for herself.

Grammatical Forms of forge

past tense

forged

plural

forges

comparative

more forge

superlative

most forge

present tense

forge

future tense

will forge

perfect tense

have forged

continuous tense

is forging

singular

forge

positive degree

forge

infinitive

to forge

gerund

forging

participle

forging

Origin and Evolution of forge

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'forge' originated from the Old French word 'forgier' which came from the Latin word 'fabricare' meaning to fabricate or construct.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'forge' evolved to not only refer to a blacksmith's workshop or hearth but also to describe the act of creating or forming something through skill and labor.