(US, idiomatic) A very small town, especially one of a rural nature and/or offering very few or no attractions.

Alternative form of toward

In the direction of something (indicated by context).

Near; at hand; in state of preparation; toward.

plural of townsperson

(idiomatic) With an intention, goal, or consideration to.

A man who is a resident of a town, especially of one's own town.

A woman who is a resident of a town, especially of one's own town.

(nautical) a tugboat / (nautical) a squat powerful boat designed to push barges / A vessel constructed for being towed, such as a canal boat. / A steamer used for towing other vessels; a tug.

The chief administrative officer of a town, responsible for maintaining its records.