give forth
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To emit or release something.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The chimney gave forth a cloud of grey smoke.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To emanate.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To utter or publish.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “give forth” mean?
To emit or release something.
Is “give forth” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.