Towing: meaning, definitions and examples

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towing

 

[ หˆtoสŠ.ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

vehicle transport

Towing refers to the act of pulling a vehicle or object using a chain, rope, or other connecting device. It usually involves one vehicle assisting another that has broken down or is immobile.

Synonyms

dragging, hauling, pulling

Examples of usage

  • The truck is towing the broken car to the garage.
  • They offered to tow my boat to the lake.
  • He has a license that allows him to tow trailers.
  • The company specializes in heavy-duty towing services.

Translations

Translations of the word "towing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reboque

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ€เค‚เคšเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Abschleppen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menarik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒะบัะธั€ัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ holowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็‰ฝๅผ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท remorquage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ remolque

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงekme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฌ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุญุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odtahovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odลฅahovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹–ๆ›ณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tovornjak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ drรกttur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั€ั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ แƒ—แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงษ™kmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ remolque

Etymology

The word 'towing' originates from the Old English term 'tฤwian', meaning 'to pull' or 'to lead'. Throughout its history, the meaning has remained relatively consistent, evolving primarily in its usage and technological context. By the late Middle Ages, the term was commonly associated with the act of moving ships using smaller boats or other vessels, a practice that has continued to influence modern maritime terminology. In the automotive context, towing became more prevalent in the 20th century as automobiles became widespread, leading to the development of specialized towing vehicles and services. The evolution of towing techniques has been driven by advances in technology, safety standards, and the increasing need for roadside assistance.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,516, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.