For"ward*ing, n. 1. The act of one who forwards; the act or occupation
of transmitting merchandise or other property for others.
2. (Bookbinding) The process of putting a book into its cover, and
making it ready for the finisher.
For"ward*ly (?), adv. Eagerly; hastily; obtrusively.
For"ward*ness, n. The quality of being forward; cheerful readiness;
promtness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel.
2. An advanced stage of progress or of preparation; advancement; as,
his measures were in great forwardness. Robertson.
3. Eagerness; ardor; as, it is difficult to restrain the forwardness of
youth.