verb

1. To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on

   “To proceed on a journey.”

2. To pass from one point, topic, or stage, to another.

   “To proceed with a story or argument.”

3. To come from; to have as its source or origin.

   “Light proceeds from the sun.”

Synonyms: forthgo, progress

noun

1. Revenue; gross revenue.

   “They will donate all proceeds—the entire amount collected in ticket sales—from the show to charity.”

2. Profit; net revenue.

   “They will donate net proceeds—whatever money is left after they pay their expenses—from the show to charity.”