noun Uncommon

towing

Towing (noun) means the act of pulling a vehicle or object using another vehicle and a line or hitch. Example: “The garage offers a 24-hour towing service.”

noun

The act of pulling a vehicle or object using another vehicle and a line or hitch.

"The garage offers a 24-hour towing service."

How to use towing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe activity of pulling a vehicle or object behind another.

Common pairings

towing service towing capacity

Word forms

towings plural

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Rhymes for towing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “towing” mean?

The word “towing” means the act of pulling a vehicle or object using another vehicle and a line or hitch. In plain terms, the activity of pulling a vehicle or object behind another.

How do you use “towing” in a sentence?

Here is “towing” used in a sentence: “The garage offers a 24-hour towing service.”

What part of speech is “towing”?

“Towing” is a noun.

Is “towing” a common word?

“Towing” is an uncommon word in modern English.