Tow Synonyms and Antonyms

tō
To exert force so as to move (something) toward the source of the force
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. pull
  2. drag
  3. draw
  4. haul
  5. tug
  6. ferry
  7. lug
  8. cable
  9. yank
  10. rope
  11. trail
Antonyms:
  1. push
The act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. towage
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To draw or pull behind by a chain or line:
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. pull

Words Related to Tow

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. winch
  2. paddle
  3. hoist
  4. boat
  5. haul-up
  6. sail
  7. anchor-chain
  8. boat-hook
  9. towline
  10. capsize

Tow Sentence Examples

  • Said he'd cut it on his tow bar.

  • Carmen's truck broke down and I'm going to tow it home for her.

  • A tow truck had already arrived and its flashing lights competed with a half dozen others while at least a dozen people moved about, with most of their activity directed downward.

  • The Columbia plateau consists of horizontal beds of lava having a total thickness of several thousand feet, and its surface has a general elevation of tow to 2000 ft.

  • Submarine CI had parted its tow and did not reach the scene in time.

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