어떤 방향이나 장소를 향하여
in the direction of someone or something
예문:
"The hikers headed toward the summit before sunset."
"She took a few tentative steps toward the stage."
누군가 또는 무언가에 대한 태도나 관계를 나타내어
regarding or in relation to someone or something
예문:
"He has always been very protective toward his younger sister."
"Public opinion toward the new policy remains divided."
목표 달성이나 비용 지불에 보탬이 되도록
as a contribution to a specific goal or cost
예문:
"The proceeds from the auction will go toward building a new library."
"We are saving every penny toward a down payment on a house."
특정한 시간, 단계 또는 수량에 가까워지는
close to a particular time, stage, or amount
예문:
"The weather usually gets cooler toward the end of September."
"It was getting toward midnight when they finally arrived."
바야흐로 일어나려 하거나 진행 중인
happening or about to happen
예문:
"Is there any mischief toward in this house?"
"A great change is toward in the political landscape."