forwarding

[fawr-wer-ding]

noun

1. Bookbinding.,  a stage in which sections of a book are stitched, fitted with a back, pasted, etc., before being placed in the completed cover.

2. Engraving.,  the process of starting a copper plate by etching and of finishing with a graver.

forwarding

/ ˈfɔːwədɪŋ /

noun

1. all the processes involved in the binding of a book subsequent to cutting and up to the fitting of its cover

Word History and Origins

Origin of forwarding¹

First recorded in 1625–35; forward + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Its global forwarding unit is one of the nation’s biggest players on lucrative trans-Pacific ocean trade lanes between Asia and the U.S.

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Ministers are fast forwarding announcements originally planned for their Industrial Strategy due in the summer, such as that loosening of the rules over the phasing out of petrol and diesel only cars.

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“Everyday activities like forwarding messages or even clicking links and attachments can open the door to risks if your information isn’t properly protected.”

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Fire Department in forwarding the inspection results, officials confirmed this week.

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The team-up has made way for entertainment events and forwarding the league's commitment to social activism and awareness.

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