make or shape (a metal object) by heating it in a fire or furnace and hammering it

he forged a great suit of black armour

create (something) strong, enduring, or successful

the two women forged a close bond

the country is forging a bright new future

produce a fraudulent copy or imitation of (a document, signature, banknote, or work of art)

the signature on the cheque was forged

a blacksmith's workshop; a smithy

move forward gradually or steadily

he forged through the crowded streets