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1fast–forward
noun, fast–for·ward often attributive \ˌfas(t)-ˈfȯr-wərd\
: a function that causes a recording (such as a videotape) to go forward at a speed that is faster than normal
: a state in which something is quickly developing or progressing
Full Definition of FAST-FORWARD
1
: a function of an electronic device that advances a recording at a higher than normal speed
2
: a state or an instance of rapid advancement <put her career in fast-forward>
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First Known Use of FAST-FORWARD
1948
2fast–forward
verb
: to cause (a recording) to go forward at a speed that is faster than normal
: to move forward through time quickly
Full Definition of FAST-FORWARD
transitive verb
1
: to advance (a magnetic tape) using the fast-forward of a tape player
2
: to bypass (as a commercial) by fast-forwarding
intransitive verb
1
: to advance a magnetic tape using the fast-forward
2
: to proceed rapidly forward especially in time <fast–forward to the future>
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First Known Use of FAST-FORWARD
1974
FAST-FORWARD Defined for Kids
fast–forward
verb fast–for·ward \ˌfast-ˈfȯr-wərd\
fast–for·ward·edfast–for·ward·ing
Definition of FAST-FORWARD for Kids
: to advance a recording (as of music or video) at a faster rate than normal
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