toward toward /təˈwɔrd/

preposition

1. () Directed at or in the direction of.  ( for , toward , towards )
   Directed at or in the direction of.
   
2. () Approaching or close to in location or time.  ( toward , towards )
   Approaching or close to in location or time.
   
3. () In relation to or concerning someone or something.  ( toward , towards )
   In relation to or concerning someone or something.
   
4. () Intended for a particular purpose or benefit.  ( toward , towards )
   Intended for a particular purpose or benefit.