Preposition

1. Moving in the direction of (but not necessarily arriving at).

   She moved toward the door.

2. In relation to (someone or something).

   What are your feelings toward him?

3. For the purpose of attaining (an aim).

   I'm saving money toward retirement.

4. Located close to; near (a time or place).

   Our place is over toward the station.

Usage notes

• Although some have tried to discern a semantic distinction between the words and , the difference is merely dialectal. is more common in American English and is the predominant form in British English.