/ prəˈsiːd; NAmE proʊ-/ verb
1.
[ v ] proceed (with sth) to continue doing sth that has already been started; to continue being done :
We're not sure whether we still want to proceed with the sale.
Work is proceeding slowly.
2.
[ v to inf ] to do sth next, after having done sth else first
SYN go on :
He outlined his plans and then proceeded to explain them in more detail.
( humorous )
Having said she wasn't hungry, she then proceeded to order a three-course meal.
3.
[ v + adv. / prep. ] ( formal ) to move or travel in a particular direction :
The marchers proceeded slowly along the street.
Passengers for Rome should proceed to Gate 32 for boarding.
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PHRASAL VERBS
- proceed against sb
- proceed from sth
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : from Old French proceder , from Latin procedere , from pro- forward + cedere go.