Proceed (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used without object)
  1. to move or go forward or onward, especially after stopping.
  2. to carry on or continue any action or process.
  3. to go on to do something.
  4. to continue one's discourse.
  5. Law.
    • to begin and carry on a legal action.
    • to take legal action (usually followed by against).
  6. to be carried on, as an action or process.
  7. to go or come forth; issue (often followed by from).
  8. to arise, originate, or result (usually followed by from).
noun
  1. proceeds,
    • something that results or accrues.
    • the total amount derived from a sale or other transaction: The proceeds from the deal were divided equally among us.
    • the profits or returns from a sale, investment, etc.
  2. proceeds.
verb (intr)
  1. to advance or carry on, esp after stopping
  2. to undertake and continue (something or to do something)
  3. to institute or carry on a legal action
  4. to emerge or originate; arise
Proceed (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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