A foreword is an introductory note at the beginning of a book, often written by someone other than the author. Forward can mean toward the front or toward a later stage. As a verb, it can mean sending something on to someone else.
Choose the spelling for the job
- Foreword. A local historian wrote the foreword to the book about the bridge. The note helps introduce the book to readers.
- Forward as a direction. Step forward so you can see the display. The word tells you which way to move.
- Forward as a verb. Please forward the invitation to Jo. The request asks you to pass along a message.
Use word as a spelling cue
The word in foreword can remind you that it is a piece of writing. See genre for common conventions in different kinds of writing and orthography for the way spelling distinguishes words that sound alike.
