toe

A2
Pronunciation
/tΙ™ΚŠ/
/toʊ/
Noun
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

Each of the five digits on the end of the foot.

2 Definition

An equivalent part in an animal.

3 Definition

That part of a shoe or sock covering the toe.

4 Definition

Something resembling a toe, especially at the bottom or extreme end of something.

5 Definition

An advanced form of ballet primarily for the females, dancing ballet primarily using a Pointe shoe.

6 Definition

An alignment of the wheels of a road vehicle with positive toe (or toe in) signifying that the wheels are closer together at the front than at the back and negative toe (or toe out) the opposite.

7 Definition

The journal, or pivot, at the lower end of a revolving shaft or spindle, which rests in a step.

8 Definition

A lateral projection at one end, or between the ends, of a piece, such as a rod or bolt, by means of which it is moved.

9 Definition

A projection from the periphery of a revolving piece, acting as a cam to lift another piece.

10 Definition

The long side of an angled cut.

11 Definition

The upper end of the bit (cutting edge) of an axehead; as opposed to the heel (lower end).

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To furnish (a stocking, etc.) with a toe.

2 Definition

To touch, tap or kick with the toes.

3 Definition

To touch or reach with the toes; to come fully up to.

Example Sentences
  • to toe the mark
4 Definition

To fasten (a piece) by driving a fastener at a near-45-degree angle through the side (of the piece) into the piece to which it is to be fastened.

Example Sentences
  • The framers toed the irregular pieces into the sill.
5 Definition

To mishit a golf ball with the toe of the club.