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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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