forge vs pass on

pass on vs forge

forge is a noun but pass on is not a noun.

forge and pass on both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
forge	Yes	No	Yes	No
pass on	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, pass on is a hypernym of forge; that is, pass on is a word with a broader meaning than forge:

forge: move ahead steadily
pass on: move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

Other hypernyms of forge include advance, go on, march on, move on, progress.

forge (noun)	pass on (noun)
a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering
furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping

forge (verb)	pass on (verb)
create by hammering	transmit information
make a copy of with the intent to deceive	cause to be distributed
make out of components (often in an improvising manner)	move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
make something, usually for a specific function	give to or transfer possession of
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort	place into the hands or custody of
move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy	transmit (knowledge or skills)
move ahead steadily	refer to another person for decision or judgment

Difference between forge and pass on

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