Meaning of 'forge'

noun

a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering

Synonyms: smithy

noun

furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping

verb

come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort

Synonyms: devise

verb

make a copy of with the intent to deceive

Synonyms: counterfeit

verb

make out of components (often in an improvising manner)

Synonyms: fashion

verb

make something, usually for a specific function

Synonyms: shape

verb

create by hammering

Synonyms: hammer

verb

move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy

Synonyms: spirt spurt

verb

move ahead steadily

Example: "Despite the bad weather, we decided to continue to forge along the path."