1 [V] ~ (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. * He left detailed instructions about the best way to proceed.
2 [Vtoinf] to do sth next, after having done sth else first:
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.
PHRASALVERBS
proceed against sb (law) to start a court case against sb:
There was not enough evidence to proceed against him.
proceed from sth (formal) to be caused by or be the result of sth
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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Is proceed a noun, verb, or something else?
In this entry, proceed is tagged as verb.
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