0 to introduce something so that it can be seen or discussed: --
The elections were brought forward by three months.
The police brought forward some new evidence in the case.
1 to copy a number from the bottom of a page or column to the top of the next one: --
Don't forget to bring forward last month's income and expenses.
2 to suggest something so that it can be discussed: --
bring forward a suggestion/proposal At the meeting several excellent suggestions were brought forward by the more junior members of staff.
3 to change the date or time of an event so that it happens earlier than planned: --
I'd like to bring the meeting forward to next week.
NYA ORD
European
May 10, 2021
DAGENS ORD
Shimmer
bring sth forward