noun Uncommon

forwarding

Forwarding (noun) means the act of sending mail, messages, or goods on to their next destination. Example: “She set up mail forwarding before moving house.”

noun

The act of sending mail, messages, or goods on to their next destination.

"She set up mail forwarding before moving house."

"Email forwarding rules can automatically send messages to another inbox."

How to use forwarding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of passing something (mail, a message, a package) along to where it needs to go next.

Common pairings

mail forwarding email forwarding set up forwarding

Word forms

forwardings plural

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Synonyms

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promotion furtherance

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Rhymes for forwarding

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forwarding” mean?

The word “forwarding” means the act of sending mail, messages, or goods on to their next destination. In plain terms, the process of passing something (mail, a message, a package) along to where it needs to go next.

How do you use “forwarding” in a sentence?

Here is “forwarding” used in a sentence: “She set up mail forwarding before moving house.”

What part of speech is “forwarding”?

“Forwarding” is a noun.

Is “forwarding” a common word?

“Forwarding” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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