towing

[ˈtoʊɪŋ]

towing Definition

  • 1the act of pulling a vehicle or boat using a rope, chain, or other device
  • 2the business of transporting disabled or illegally parked vehicles

Using towing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "towing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The car broke down and needed towing to the nearest garage.

  • Example

    The towing company impounded the illegally parked car.

  • Example

    The boat was too heavy for one person to tow alone.

towing Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with towing

  • a vehicle equipped with a crane and winch used to tow disabled vehicles

    Example

    The tow truck arrived quickly to take away the broken-down car.

  • a rope or cable used to tow a boat or other vessel

    Example

    The sailors attached the tow line to the front of the boat and began to pull it out of the water.

  • a device attached to a vehicle for towing another vehicle

    Example

    The RV had a tow bar attached to the back so they could tow their car behind them.

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Summary: towing in Brief

The term 'towing' [ˈtoʊɪŋ] refers to the act of pulling a vehicle or boat using a rope, chain, or other device. It can also refer to the business of transporting disabled or illegally parked vehicles. Examples include 'The car broke down and needed towing to the nearest garage.' and 'The towing company impounded the illegally parked car.' Phrases like 'tow truck,' 'tow line,' and 'tow bar' are commonly used in this context.