FORD Meaning and
Definition
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Ford is a noun that refers to a shallow area in a body of water, typically a river or stream, where it is possible for vehicles or pedestrians to cross without the assistance of a bridge or ferry. It is a natural or man-made passage that allows people and vehicles to traverse from one bank to another. A ford is usually marked by a combination of relatively shallow water depth and a firm, solid riverbed. This facilitates safe crossing, particularly when the water level is low or during periods of dry weather.
Fords have been used by people for centuries to facilitate transportation and travel. They are especially significant in areas where bridges are scarce or impractical due to geographical constraints. In many cases, fords have historical and cultural importance as they have served as crucial points of access between communities or regions.
Additionally, the term "ford" can also be used as a verb indicating the act of crossing a body of water via a ford. The verb form implies the action of moving carefully and cautiously through the shallow area, typically to avoid getting stuck or damaging the vehicle.
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• A part of a river or other water so shallow that it may be passed without swimming.
• To pass over a river by wading or walking.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FORD
The word "ford" originates from the Old English word "ford", which means a shallow place in a river or stream that can be crossed by wading or with the use of a vehicle. The Old English word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*furduz". Further back, it can be linked to the Proto-Indo-European root "*pr̥ǵʰu-" which means "to jump" or "to pass". This root has given rise to various words in different languages related to crossing or fording a body of water.
Similar spelling words for FORD
- furrowed,
- Fredie,
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- lord,
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- Frit,
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- Freta,
- Phorate,
- farad,
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- FRED-FET,
- -fold,
- freight,
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- VARTI,
- Ferde,
- Fraight,
- Forwete,
- Ferretto,
- frat,
- VIRT,
- fruta,
- frite,
- fork,
- FORDS,
- FWERAT,
- Verd,
- Fareed,
- fired-up,
- forty,
- VRDDO,
- VARD,
- forte,
- Foryete,
- ferrat,
- Farrowed,
- fore-.
Conjugate verb Ford
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