give forth give forth {v. phr.} To emit; produce. When the gong was struck it gave forth a rich, resounding sound. Categories: add yours add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2025 To section: G Subscribe to: American Idioms► Also consider the parent subscriptions (3)Idioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss Discuss