Forney

[ fawr-nee, fohr- ]

noun

, plural For·neys.

1. a steam locomotive having no front truck, four driving wheels, and a four-wheeled rear truck.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Forney¹

Named after J. H. Forney (1829–1902), American engineer

Example Sentences

“It was one of the smartest and dumbest things I’ve ever done. But I bought it all. I bought the cow and the farm,” said Shumake, who works at New York’s Ali Forney Center, which protects homeless LGBTQ+ youth.

From Los Angeles Times

Alexander Roque, executive director of the Ali Forney Center, which helps homeless LGBTQ+ youth, said Translatable comes at a critical time for transgender youth, with more than 500 pieces of anti-LGBTQ legislation introduced this year.

From Seattle Times

This is why organizations such as the Trevor Project and the Ali Forney Center are needed — to provide refuge and help for those struggling with sexual orientation and gender identity.

From Seattle Times

“You really can’t tell much of any difference,” Mayor Steve Forney said.

From Seattle Times

No one was injured in the crash, Forney Police Department said.

From BBC