Definition of: forget

(fər·get′, fôr-) v. for·got (Archaic for·gat), for·got·ten or for·got, for·get·ting v.t.
1. To be unable to recall (something previously known) to the mind; fail or cease to remember.
2. To fail (to do something) unintentionally; neglect.
3. To fail to take through forgetfulness; leave behind accidentally.
4. To lose interest in or regard for; overlook purposely; disregard or slight: I will never forget you.
5. To leave unmentioned; fail to think of.
—v.i.
6. To lose remembrance of something.
—to forget oneself
1. To be unselfish.
2. To lose self–control and act in an unbecoming manner.
3. To lose consciousness.
4. To be lost in thought. [OE forgietan]
—for·get′ter noun