Synonyms for tow

Synonyms for (noun) tow

Synonyms: tow, towage

Definition: the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope

Usage: the truck gave him a tow to the garage

Similar words: draw, haul, haulage

Definition: the act of drawing or hauling something

Usage: the haul up the hill went very slowly


Synonyms for (verb) tow

Synonyms: tow

Definition: drag behind

Usage: Horses used to tow barges along the canal

Similar words: pull along, shlep, schlep

Definition: pull along heavily, like a heavy load against a resistance

Usage: Can you shlep this bag of potatoes upstairs?; She pulled along a large trunk


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