Forspend
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fɔː(ɹ)ˈspɛnd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Forspend is a verb meaning (transitive) To spend up; spend completely; exhaust, as by overexertion.
Meaning
(transitive) To spend up; spend completely; exhaust, as by overexertion.
Example Sentences
a. 1843, Robert Southey, (Inscription) at Borrosa A painful march, / Through twenty hours of night and day prolong'd, / Forespent the British troops.
Word Forms
- forspends
- forspending
- forspent
- forespend
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forespend, outspend, overspend, outgo, profuse, lavish.
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