1. The area in a military theater of operations that is closest to the enemy or combat zone; the front-line area
The forward area was heavily fortified to withstand enemy attacks.
A zona de frente estava fortemente fortificada para resistir aos ataques inimigos.
2. In sports, the section of the playing field or court nearer to the opponent's goal or end
The team played aggressively in the forward area to score more goals.
O time jogou agressivamente na área avançada para marcar mais gols.