Dictionary

forfend

verb for·fend \fr-ˈfend\

Definition of FORFEND

transitive verb
1
a archaic :  forbid
b :  to ward off :  prevent
ADVERTISEMENT

First Known Use of FORFEND

14th century

Browse

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
Next Word in the Dictionary: forficationPrevious Word in the Dictionary: forfeiture bondAll Words Near: forfend
ADVERTISEMENT
How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.
Test your vocab with our fun, fast game
Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears