1. In the direction of: driving toward home.

2. In a position facing: had his back toward me.

3. Somewhat before in time: It began to rain toward morning.

4. With regard to; in relation to: an optimistic attitude toward the future.

5. In furtherance or partial fulfillment of: contributed five dollars toward the bill.

6. By way of achieving; with a view to: efforts toward peace. See Usage Note at backward.