on (one's) way

on (one's) way

In the process of traveling to or leaving some place. We were a little late leaving the house, but we're on our way! I just want to get a drink of water, and then I'll be on my way.See also: on, way

*on one's way (to some place)

leaving one place for another; en route to a place. (*Typically: be ~; get ~.) I have to leave. I am on my way to the bank. I will be there soon. I'm on my way now.See also: on, way

on one's way

(to something or some place) Go to on the way (to something or some place).See also: on, way

on one's way

1. See on the way. 2. Also, be on one's way. Leave, get going, as in " On your way," said the officer, trying to move the crowd, or It's been a wonderful party but we must be on our way now. [Early 1900s] See also: on, way