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toward

The correct spelling is toward.

How to pronounce toward

/tɘ.ˈwoːd/
adjective

IPA: /tɘ.ˈwoːd/

Say it like: Tow-ard

The correct spelling is toward. Yielding, pliant; docile; ready or apt to learn; not froward. For example: "She moved toward the door."

Usage Examples

She moved toward the door.

What are your feelings toward him?

I'm saving money toward retirement.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Yielding, pliant; docile; ready or apt to learn; not froward.
  2. 2.Future; to-come.
  3. 3.Approaching, coming near; impending; present, at hand.
  4. 4.Promising, likely.

preposition

  1. 1.In the direction of.
  2. 2.In relation to (someone or something).
  3. 3.For the purpose of attaining (an aim).
  4. 4.Located close to; near (a time or place).

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