toward
Pronunciation:
/tɘ.ˈwoːd//tə.ˈwɔːd//tʊ.ˈwɔɹd/adjective
Definitions
Yielding, pliant; docile; ready or apt to learn; not froward.
Future; to-come.
Approaching, coming near; impending; present, at hand.
Promising, likely.
preposition
Definitions
In the direction of.
Example: She moved toward the door.
In relation to (someone or something).
Example: What are your feelings toward him?
For the purpose of attaining (an aim).
Example: I'm saving money toward retirement.
Located close to; near (a time or place).
Example: Our place is over toward the station.