Forge
/fɔrdʒ/
Definitions
- (v.) To falsely make, alter, or imitate a document, signature, or other item with intent to defraud.
He was convicted for forging his employer's signature on the contract.
- (n.) The crime of fabricating or falsifying a document or instrument to deceive or defraud.
Forgery is a serious offense punishable by imprisonment.
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- forges
- forged
- forging
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'forge' primarily relates to document fraud; careful drafting distinguishes between the act (v.) and the offense (n.).
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