Word: Heading

Pronunciation

/ˈhɛdɪŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: The title or main topic of a document, article, chapter, or web page. It usually indicates the subject matter that follows. For example: “The heading of the report was ‘Sustainable Energy Solutions’.”
• Noun (navigation): The direction in which a vehicle or person is moving; course or bearing. For instance: “The ship changed its heading due to strong winds.”
• Verb: To move or steer in a particular direction. E.g., “We’re heading north on the highway.”
• Verb: To write or insert a heading or title to something. Example: “She headed the letter with her name and address.”

Phrases

• “Under the heading”: Refers to the section of a text or document that falls within a specific title or category. Example: “The important details were listed under the heading ‘Key Findings’.”
• “Heading towards”: Indicates movement or direction towards a place or objective. Example: “They are heading towards their destination.”

Example Sentences

• Noun (document): “Make sure your essay has clear headings so readers can easily follow your argument.”
• Noun (navigation): “The pilot confirmed that our heading is correct for landing at JFK airport.”
• Verb: “I’m heading to the gym after work today.”
• Verb (writing): “He carefully headed each chapter of his book with a descriptive title.”

Synonyms

• Title (noun)
• Course (noun for navigation)
• Direction (noun for navigation)
• Steering towards (verb for navigation)
• Titled (verb for writing)
• Labelled (verb)