Forth Definition

forth
adverb
  1. from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete); "ran away from the lion"; "wanted to get away from there"; "sent the children away to boarding school"; "the teacher waved the children away from the dead animal"; "went off to school"; "they drove off"; "go forth and preach"
  2. forward in time or order or degree; "from that time forth"; "from the sixth century onward"
  3. out into view; "came forth from the crowd"; "put my ideas forth"
noun
  1. a river in southern Scotland that flows eastward to the Firth of Forth

"Forth" in song lyrics

See how forth is used in real songs:

  • "I was and all, I helped them what bringin' it forth"
    Afu-Ra — 1, 2, 3
  • "Negro por favor, as you move forth"
    Anacron — Yeah (Still Affiliated)
  • "Come on, get to work it's back and forth"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — A Pimp's Blood

Usage tips for "forth"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "forth" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for forth to find words that pair well.

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