Meaning of toe in English

1. Pronunciation

   /toʊ/

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1. Verb

   toe

   Definitions

   1. walk so that the toes assume an indicated position or direction

   Examples

   • « She toes inwards »
2. 2. drive obliquely

   Examples

   • « toe a nail »
3. 3. hit (a golf ball) with the toe of the club
4. 4. drive (a golf ball) with the toe of the club
5. 5. touch with the toe

6. Noun

   toe

   Etymology

   Old English tā, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch tee and German Zeh, Zehe. Current senses of the verb date from the mid 19th century

   Definitions

   1. one of the digits of the foot
7. 2. the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes
8. 3. forepart of a hoof
9. 4. (golf) the part of a clubhead farthest from the shaft

10. Qualitative Adjective

    toe

    Definitions

    1. having a toe or toes of a specified kind

    Examples

    • « often used in combination »
    • « long-toed »
    • « five-toed »

    Synonyms

    • pointy-toed
    • pointed-toe
    • square-toed
    • squared-toe

    Antonyms

    • toeless