tow
Pronunciation: [toʊ]
Word
Context: “transportation”
(verb) to pull or drag something behind another vehicle, like when a car pulls a trailer or another car that has broken down.
Example
The truck towed the damaged car to the garage.
Example
He didn't tow his boat, so it floated away.
Example
Can you tow my bicycle if it gets a flat tire?
Context: “transportation”
(noun) the act of pulling or dragging something behind another vehicle, like when people take their cars to the repair shop on a tow truck.
Example
The tow was quick, and we reached the garage in no time.
Example
The tow to the repair shop was delayed because of traffic.
Example
What happens during a tow, and how long does it take?
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