forward

/ˈfoːwəd/ · noun

Meaning

One of the eight players (comprising two props, one hooker, two locks, two flankers and one number eight, collectively known as the pack) whose primary task is to gain and maintain possession of the ball (compare back).
A player on a team in football (soccer) in the row nearest to the opposing team's goal, who are therefore principally responsible for scoring goals.
An umbrella term for a centre or winger in ice hockey.
The small forward or power forward position; two frontcourt positions that are taller than guards but shorter than centers.
The front part of a vessel.
An e-mail message that is forwarded to another recipient or recipients; an electronic chain letter.
To advance, promote.
To send (a letter, email etc.) to a third party.
To assemble (a book) by sewing sections, attaching cover boards, and so on.
Toward the front or at the front.
Without customary restraint or modesty; bold, cheeky, pert, presumptuous or pushy.
Expected in the future.
Ready; prompt; ardently inclined; in a bad sense, eager or hasty.
Advanced beyond the usual degree; advanced for the season; precocious.
Towards the front or from the front.
In the usual direction of travel.
Into the future.
An introductory section preceding the main text of a book or other document; a preface or introduction.
Agreement; covenant.

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