forging

noun

forg·​ing ˈfȯr-jiŋ How to pronounce forging (audio)
1
: the art or process of forging
2
: a piece of forged work
3

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Within the American political sphere, Chinese investment in Mexico is frequently described in nefarious terms, as the forging of a back door into the United States. Peter S. Goodman, New York Times, 28 Dec. 2024 For Edwards, this nearly season-long two-hander between him and Sauron actor Charlie Vickers was a chance to tell the story that people were looking forward to seeing: the forging of the Rings of Power. James Grebey, Vulture, 4 Oct. 2024 Why make the rings this terrifying thing, for instance, when prior to the forging of the One Ring they were seen as objects of beauty and power for good? Erik Kain, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 The forging of the actual ring, what all these amazing novels are borne out of. Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for forging 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of forging was in the 14th century

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“Forging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forging. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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forging

noun
forg·​ing
ˈfōr-jiŋ,
ˈfȯr-
: a piece of forged work
aluminum forgings
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