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Synonyms & Similar Words
sending
shipping
dispatching
transmitting
conveying
directing
redirecting
relaying
passing
transferring
transporting
moving
advancing
progressing
proceeding
promoting
furthering
facilitating
aiding
assisting
supporting
enhancing
expediting
hastening
quickening
accelerating
urging
pushing
driving
propelling
Meaning of Forwarding
The act of moving something forward, especially in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Definitions
- The act of sending something on to a further destination.
- * The act of moving or advancing something, such as a plan or project.
Etymology of Forwarding
The word "forwarding" comes from the verb "forward", which is derived from the adverb "forward", meaning "toward the front" or "ahead".
The adverb "forward" is a combination of "for" and "ward", with "ward" being an Old English word meaning "in the direction of".
The verb "forward" has been used since the 15th century to mean "to send or move something ahead" or "to promote or advance something".
Example Uses
- The company is responsible for the forwarding of packages to customers.
- * She is in charge of forwarding the project to the next stage.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
stopping
halting
blocking
obstructing
hindering
delaying
slowing
reversing
turning
withdrawing
retreating
regressing
declining
deteriorating
weakening
diminishing
reducing
decreasing
inhibiting
preventing
prohibiting