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approach

(əproʊtʃ)

Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense approaches, present participle approaching, past tense, past participle approached

1. verb

When you approach something, you get closer to it.

He didn't approach the front door at once. [VERB noun]

When I approached, they grew silent. [VERB]

We turned to see the approaching car slow down. [VERB-ing]

Synonyms: move towards, come to, reach, near More Synonyms of approach

Approach is also a noun.

At their approach the little boy ran away and hid.

...the approach of a low-flying helicopter.

2. countable noun

An approach to a place is a road, path, or other route that leads to it.

The path serves as an approach to the boat house. [+ to]

Synonyms: access, way, drive, road More Synonyms of approach

3. verb [no cont]

If you approach someone about something, you speak to them about it for the first time, often making an offer or request.

When Chappel approached me about the job, my first reaction was disbelief. [VERB noun preposition]

He approached me to create and design the restaurant. [VERB noun to-infinitive]

Anna approached several builders and was fortunate to come across Eddie. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: make a proposal to, speak to, apply to, appeal to More Synonyms of approach

Approach is also a noun.

There had already been approaches from buyers interested in the whole of the group. [+ from]

[Also + to]

4. verb

When you approach a task, problem, or situation in a particular way, you deal with it or think about it in that way.

The Bank has approached the issue in a practical way. [VERB noun preposition/adverb]

Employers are interested in how you approach problems. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: set about, tackle, undertake, embark on More Synonyms of approach

5. countable noun

Your approach to a task, problem, or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it.

We will be exploring different approaches to gathering information. [+ to]

...the adversarial approach of the British legal system.

Synonyms: way, means, course, style More Synonyms of approach

6. verb

As a future time or event approaches, it gradually gets nearer as time passes.

As autumn approached, the plants and colours in the garden changed. [VERB]

...the approaching crisis. [VERB-ing]

Approach is also a noun.

...the festive spirit that permeated the house with the approach of Christmas. [+ of]

7. verb

As you approach a future time or event, time passes so that you get gradually nearer to it.

We approach the end of the year with the economy slowing and little sign of cheer. [VERB noun]

8. verb

If something approaches a particular level or state, it almost reaches that level or state.

Oil prices have approached their highest level for almost ten years. [VERB noun]

Synonyms: approximate, touch [informal], be like, compare with More Synonyms of approach

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approach in British English

(əˈprəʊtʃ)

verb

to come nearer in position, time, quality, character, etc, to (someone or something)

2. (transitive)

to make advances to, as with a proposal, suggestion, etc

3. (transitive)

to begin to deal with

to approach a problem

4. (transitive) rare

to cause to come near

noun

the act of coming towards or drawing close or closer

a close approximation

the way or means of entering or leaving; access

8. (often plural)

an advance or overture to a person

a means adopted in tackling a problem, job of work, etc

10. Also called: approach path

the course followed by an aircraft preparing for landing

Word origin

C14: from Old French aprochier, from Late Latin appropiāre to draw near, from Latin prope near

approach in American English

(əˈproʊtʃ)

verb intransitive

to come closer or draw nearer

verb transitive

to come near or nearer to

to be like or similar to; approximate

to make advances, a proposal, or a request to

to begin dealing with

to approach a task

noun

a coming closer or drawing nearer

an approximation or similarity

an advance or overture (to someone)

usually used in pl.

a path, road, or other means of reaching a person or place; access

10.

a means of attaining a goal or purpose

let's take a new approach to the problem

11. Aeronautics

the act of bringing an aircraft into position for landing, bombing a target, etc.

12. Golf

a shot from the fairway, meant to hit the ball onto the putting green

Word origin

ME aprochen < OFr aprochier < LL(Ec) appropiare < L ad-, to + propius, compar. of prope, near

More idioms containing
approach

a belt and braces approach

COBUILD Collocations
approach

adopt an approach

cautious approach

different approach

reject an approach

takeover approach

Examples of 'approach' in a sentence
approach

She meets a range of people with different approaches in this engaging series.It must be said that the approach has worked so far.This approach also allows users to benefit from predictable technology budgeting and simpler administration.Certainly there are some obvious differences in the way they approach the game.And the government will find two problems with this approach if it pursues it. First approach the agency that reflects the lenders you have used in the past.It can be approached from two different perspectives.He has been approached about two jobs from overseas since Rio.It's the Danish lifestyle trend that has turned cosiness and domesticity into something approaching an art form.People are on the road approaching the river.

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approach

British English: approach /əˈprəʊtʃ/ VERB

When you approach something, you get closer to it.

He didn't approach the front door at once.

When I approached, they grew silent.

American English: approach
Arabic: يَقْتَرِبُ
Brazilian Portuguese: aproximar-se
Chinese: 接近
Croatian: pristupiti
Czech: přiblížit se
Danish: tilgang
Dutch: naderen
European Spanish: aproximarse
Finnish: lähestyä
French: approcher
German: nähern (sich)
Greek: πλησιάζω
Italian: avvicinarsi
Japanese: 近づく
Korean: 접근하다
Norwegian: nærme (seg)
Polish: zbliżyć się
European Portuguese: aproximar-se
Romanian: a se apropia
Russian: приближаться
Latin American Spanish: aproximarse
Swedish: närma (sig)
Thai: เข้าใกล้
Turkish: yaklaşmak
Ukrainian: підходити
Vietnamese: đến gần

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Chinese translation of 'approach'

approach

(əˈprəutʃ)

vi

(= draw near)
1. [person, car] 走近 (zǒu jìn)
2. [event, time] 临(臨)近 (línjìn)

vt

(= draw near to)
1. [place, person] 向 ... 靠近 (xiàng ... kàojìn)
2. [event] 临(臨)近 (línjìn)
(= consult, speak to) [person] 接洽 (jiēqià)
(= deal with) [situation, problem] 处(處)理 (chǔlǐ)

n (c)

(= advance) [of person] 靠近 (kàojìn)
(to a problem, situation) 方式 (fāngshì) (种(種), zhǒng)
approach to sth (= access, path) 通往某地的途径 (tōngwǎng mǒudì de tújìng)
(= proposal) 对(對)某事的提议(議) (duì mǒushì de tíyì)
to approach sb about sth 就某事同某人接触(觸) (jiù mǒushì tóng mǒurén jiēchù)
the approach of Christmas/winter 圣(聖)诞(誕)节(節)/冬天的临(臨)近 (shèngdànjié/dōngtiān de línjìn)

1 (verb) in the sense of move towards

Definition

to come close or closer to

When I approached them they fell silent.

Synonyms

move towards

come to

reach

near

advance

catch up

meet

come close

gain on

converge on

come near

push forward

draw near

creep up on

2 (verb) in the sense of make a proposal to

Definition

to make a proposal or suggestion to

When he approached me about the job, my first reaction was disbelief.

Synonyms

make a proposal to

speak to

apply to

appeal to

proposition

solicit

sound out

make overtures to

make advances to

broach the matter with

3 (verb) in the sense of set about

Definition

to begin to deal with (a matter)

The bank has approached the issue in a practical way.

Synonyms

set about

tackle

We need to tackle these problems and save people's lives.

undertake

She undertook the arduous task of monitoring the elections.

embark on

get down to

launch into

begin work on

commence on

make a start on

enter upon

4 (verb) in the sense of approximate

They race at speeds approaching 200mph.

Synonyms

approximate

touch (informal)

Now is the time to touch him for a loan.

be like

compare with

resemble

come close to

border on

verge on

be comparable to

come near to

1 (noun) in the sense of advance

Definition

the act of coming close or closer

At their approach the little boy ran away and hid.

Synonyms

advance

coming

Most of us welcome the coming of summer.

nearing

appearance

The sudden appearance of the deer caught me by surprise.

arrival

the day after his arrival

advent

The advent of war led to austerity.

drawing near

2 (noun) in the sense of access

Definition

the way or means of reaching a place

The path serves as an approach to the boat house.

Synonyms

access

a courtyard with a side access to the rear gardens

way

He came round the back way.

drive

I walked back up the drive towards the car.

road

on the road to recovery

passage

I spotted someone lurking in the passage between the two houses.

entrance

He drove in through a side entrance.

avenue

It is set in landscaped grounds at the end of a tree-lined avenue.

passageway

an underground passageway that connects the two buildings

3 (noun) in the sense of proposal

Definition

a proposal or suggestion made to a person

There had already been approaches from interested buyers.

Synonyms

proposal

the government's proposals to abolish free health care

offer

She has refused all offers of help.

appeal

The government issued a last-minute appeal to him to return.

advance

application

His application for membership was rejected.

invitation

Don't leave your bag there – it's an invitation to a thief.

proposition

unwanted sexual propositions

overture

4 (noun) in the sense of way

Definition

a way of dealing with a matter

We will be exploring different approaches to information-gathering.

Synonyms

way

Freezing is a great way to preserve most foods.

means

course

Resignation is the only course left open to him.

style

Our children's different learning styles created many problems.

attitude

the general change in attitude towards them

method

new teaching methods

technique

tests performed using a new technique

manner

The manner in which young children are spoken to depends on who is present.

procedure

He did not follow the correct procedure in applying for a visa.

mode

the capitalist mode of production

modus operandi

We reserve the right to alter our modus operandi.

5 (noun) in the sense of approximation

Definition

an approximation

the nearest approach to an apology we have so far heard

Synonyms

approximation

That's a fair approximation of the way the next boss will be chosen.

likeness

a disservice in the likeness of a favour

semblance

They had nursed Peter back to some semblance of health.

Additional synonyms

in the sense of advent

Definition

an arrival

The advent of war led to austerity.

Synonyms

coming,

approach,

appearance,

arrival,

entrance,

onset,

occurrence,

visitation

in the sense of appeal

Definition

an earnest request for money or help

The government issued a last-minute appeal to him to return.

Synonyms

plea,

call,

application,

request,

prayer,

petition,

overture,

invocation,

solicitation,

entreaty,

supplication (formal),

suit,

cry from the heart,

adjuration

in the sense of appearance

Definition

the introduction or invention of something

The sudden appearance of the deer caught me by surprise.

Synonyms

arrival,

appearing,

presence,

turning up,

introduction,

showing up (informal),

emergence,

advent,

coming

Synonyms of 'approach'

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单词	approach
释义	Trends of approach View usage for: approach (əproʊtʃ) Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense approaches, present participle approaching, past tense, past participle approached 1. verb When you approach something, you get closer to it. He didn't approach the front door at once. [VERB noun] When I approached, they grew silent. [VERB] We turned to see the approaching car slow down. [VERB-ing] Synonyms: move towards, come to, reach, near More Synonyms of approach Approach is also a noun. At their approach the little boy ran away and hid. ...the approach of a low-flying helicopter. 2. countable noun An approach to a place is a road, path, or other route that leads to it. The path serves as an approach to the boat house. [+ to] Synonyms: access, way, drive, road More Synonyms of approach 3. verb [no cont] If you approach someone about something, you speak to them about it for the first time, often making an offer or request. When Chappel approached me about the job, my first reaction was disbelief. [VERB noun preposition] He approached me to create and design the restaurant. [VERB noun to-infinitive] Anna approached several builders and was fortunate to come across Eddie. [VERB noun] Synonyms: make a proposal to, speak to, apply to, appeal to More Synonyms of approach Approach is also a noun. There had already been approaches from buyers interested in the whole of the group. [+ from] [Also + to] 4. verb When you approach a task, problem, or situation in a particular way, you deal with it or think about it in that way. The Bank has approached the issue in a practical way. [VERB noun preposition/adverb] Employers are interested in how you approach problems. [VERB noun] Synonyms: set about, tackle, undertake, embark on More Synonyms of approach 5. countable noun Your approach to a task, problem, or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it. We will be exploring different approaches to gathering information. [+ to] ...the adversarial approach of the British legal system. Synonyms: way, means, course, style More Synonyms of approach 6. verb As a future time or event approaches, it gradually gets nearer as time passes. As autumn approached, the plants and colours in the garden changed. [VERB] ...the approaching crisis. [VERB-ing] Approach is also a noun. ...the festive spirit that permeated the house with the approach of Christmas. [+ of] 7. verb As you approach a future time or event, time passes so that you get gradually nearer to it. We approach the end of the year with the economy slowing and little sign of cheer. [VERB noun] 8. verb If something approaches a particular level or state, it almost reaches that level or state. Oil prices have approached their highest level for almost ten years. [VERB noun] Synonyms: approximate, touch [informal], be like, compare with More Synonyms of approach More Synonyms of approach approach in British English (əˈprəʊtʃ) verb 1. to come nearer in position, time, quality, character, etc, to (someone or something) 2. (transitive) to make advances to, as with a proposal, suggestion, etc 3. (transitive) to begin to deal with to approach a problem 4. (transitive) rare to cause to come near noun 5. the act of coming towards or drawing close or closer 6. a close approximation 7. the way or means of entering or leaving; access 8. (often plural) an advance or overture to a person 9. a means adopted in tackling a problem, job of work, etc 10. Also called: approach path the course followed by an aircraft preparing for landing Word origin C14: from Old French aprochier, from Late Latin appropiāre to draw near, from Latin prope near approach in American English (əˈproʊtʃ) verb intransitive 1. to come closer or draw nearer verb transitive 2. to come near or nearer to 3. to be like or similar to; approximate 4. to make advances, a proposal, or a request to 5. to begin dealing with to approach a task noun 6. a coming closer or drawing nearer 7. an approximation or similarity 8. an advance or overture (to someone) usually used in pl. 9. a path, road, or other means of reaching a person or place; access 10. a means of attaining a goal or purpose let's take a new approach to the problem 11. Aeronautics the act of bringing an aircraft into position for landing, bombing a target, etc. 12. Golf a shot from the fairway, meant to hit the ball onto the putting green Word origin ME aprochen < OFr aprochier < LL(Ec) appropiare < L ad-, to + propius, compar. of prope, near More idioms containing approach a belt and braces approach COBUILD Collocations approach adopt an approach cautious approach different approach reject an approach takeover approach Examples of 'approach' in a sentence approach She meets a range of people with different approaches in this engaging series. The Sun (2016) It must be said that the approach has worked so far. Times, Sunday Times (2016) This approach also allows users to benefit from predictable technology budgeting and simpler administration. Computing (2010) Certainly there are some obvious differences in the way they approach the game. Times, Sunday Times (2016) And the government will find two problems with this approach if it pursues it. Times, Sunday Times (2016) First approach the agency that reflects the lenders you have used in the past. Times, Sunday Times (2017) It can be approached from two different perspectives. Times, Sunday Times (2017) He has been approached about two jobs from overseas since Rio. Times, Sunday Times (2016) It's the Danish lifestyle trend that has turned cosiness and domesticity into something approaching an art form. Times, Sunday Times (2016) People are on the road approaching the river. Christianity Today (2000) Politicians have different approaches to what you should wear to succeed. Times, Sunday Times (2012) The collaborative law approach would also bring them privacy. Times, Sunday Times (2008) We have had potential clients approaching us almost since we have got back off the aeroplane. Times, Sunday Times (2009) The embassy stands on top of a hill with only one approach route. Times, Sunday Times (2010) Your calm approach at work gets results. The Sun (2010) The footage shows the tiny aircraft approach a flock of sheep in a field. Times, Sunday Times (2015) You can approach that person who intrigues you. The Sun (2013) They are disciplined and they are systematic in their approach to their job and their work. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Your thoughtful and transparent approach is something we have always valued. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Why did they approach us the way they did? Times, Sunday Times (2013) The time is approaching when they will have to prove they are not. The Sun (2007) Why were the airport approach roads closed? Times, Sunday Times (2010) This unfussy approach can at first seem underwhelming. The Sun (2016) The board is also considering other approaches. Times, Sunday Times (2011) Yet the figures suggest that his approach is working. Times, Sunday Times (2013) For safety reasons the security officer could not approach the aircraft. Times, Sunday Times (2012) As expected, the casual approach is the route to poverty. Times, Sunday Times (2008) In other languages approach British English: approach /əˈprəʊtʃ/ VERB When you approach something, you get closer to it. He didn't approach the front door at once. When I approached, they grew silent. American English: approach Arabic: يَقْتَرِبُ Brazilian Portuguese: aproximar-se Chinese: 接近 Croatian: pristupiti Czech: přiblížit se Danish: tilgang Dutch: naderen European Spanish: aproximarse Finnish: lähestyä French: approcher German: nähern (sich) Greek: πλησιάζω Italian: avvicinarsi Japanese: 近づく Korean: 접근하다 Norwegian: nærme (seg) Polish: zbliżyć się European Portuguese: aproximar-se Romanian: a se apropia Russian: приближаться Latin American Spanish: aproximarse Swedish: närma (sig) Thai: เข้าใกล้ Turkish: yaklaşmak Ukrainian: підходити Vietnamese: đến gần All related terms of 'approach' approach path the course followed by an aircraft preparing for landing approach road an access road to a house, station , airport , village etc approach shot a shot made to or towards the green after a tee shot approach lights lights on the runway that guide planes coming in to land approach march a route followed when approaching a mountain approach stage the stage of landing when a plane is approaching the runway cautious approach Your approach to a task, problem, or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it. different approach Your approach to a task , problem , or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it. takeover approach If you approach someone about something, you speak to them about it for the first time, often making an offer or request . thematic approach teaching organized by theme rather than by school subject adopt an approach Your approach to a task , problem , or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it. approach a task A task is an activity or piece of work which you have to do, usually as part of a larger project. reject an approach Your approach to a task, problem, or situation is the way you deal with it or think about it. a belt and braces approach a situation in which you do something extra in order to make sure that something is safe or works properly appropinquate to approach appropinque to approach Chinese translation of 'approach' approach (əˈprəutʃ) vi (= draw near) [person, car] 走近 (zǒu jìn) [event, time] 临(臨)近 (línjìn) vt (= draw near to) [place, person] 向 ... 靠近 (xiàng ... kàojìn) [event] 临(臨)近 (línjìn) (= consult, speak to) [person] 接洽 (jiēqià) (= deal with) [situation, problem] 处(處)理 (chǔlǐ) n (c) (= advance) [of person] 靠近 (kàojìn) (to a problem, situation) 方式 (fāngshì) (种(種), zhǒng) approach to sth (= access, path) 通往某地的途径 (tōngwǎng mǒudì de tújìng) (= proposal) 对(對)某事的提议(議) (duì mǒushì de tíyì) to approach sb about sth 就某事同某人接触(觸) (jiù mǒushì tóng mǒurén jiēchù) the approach of Christmas/winter 圣(聖)诞(誕)节(節)/冬天的临(臨)近 (shèngdànjié/dōngtiān de línjìn) 1 (verb) in the sense of move towards Definition to come close or closer to When I approached them they fell silent. Synonyms move towards come to reach near advance catch up meet come close gain on converge on come near push forward draw near creep up on 2 (verb) in the sense of make a proposal to Definition to make a proposal or suggestion to When he approached me about the job, my first reaction was disbelief. Synonyms make a proposal to speak to apply to appeal to proposition solicit sound out make overtures to make advances to broach the matter with 3 (verb) in the sense of set about Definition to begin to deal with (a matter) The bank has approached the issue in a practical way. Synonyms set about tackle We need to tackle these problems and save people's lives. undertake She undertook the arduous task of monitoring the elections. embark on get down to launch into begin work on commence on make a start on enter upon 4 (verb) in the sense of approximate They race at speeds approaching 200mph. Synonyms approximate touch (informal) Now is the time to touch him for a loan. be like compare with resemble come close to border on verge on be comparable to come near to 1 (noun) in the sense of advance Definition the act of coming close or closer At their approach the little boy ran away and hid. Synonyms advance coming Most of us welcome the coming of summer. nearing appearance The sudden appearance of the deer caught me by surprise. arrival the day after his arrival advent The advent of war led to austerity. drawing near 2 (noun) in the sense of access Definition the way or means of reaching a place The path serves as an approach to the boat house. Synonyms access a courtyard with a side access to the rear gardens way He came round the back way. drive I walked back up the drive towards the car. road on the road to recovery passage I spotted someone lurking in the passage between the two houses. entrance He drove in through a side entrance. avenue It is set in landscaped grounds at the end of a tree-lined avenue. passageway an underground passageway that connects the two buildings 3 (noun) in the sense of proposal Definition a proposal or suggestion made to a person There had already been approaches from interested buyers. Synonyms proposal the government's proposals to abolish free health care offer She has refused all offers of help. appeal The government issued a last-minute appeal to him to return. advance application His application for membership was rejected. invitation Don't leave your bag there – it's an invitation to a thief. proposition unwanted sexual propositions overture 4 (noun) in the sense of way Definition a way of dealing with a matter We will be exploring different approaches to information-gathering. Synonyms way Freezing is a great way to preserve most foods. means course Resignation is the only course left open to him. style Our children's different learning styles created many problems. attitude the general change in attitude towards them method new teaching methods technique tests performed using a new technique manner The manner in which young children are spoken to depends on who is present. procedure He did not follow the correct procedure in applying for a visa. mode the capitalist mode of production modus operandi We reserve the right to alter our modus operandi. 5 (noun) in the sense of approximation Definition an approximation the nearest approach to an apology we have so far heard Synonyms approximation That's a fair approximation of the way the next boss will be chosen. likeness a disservice in the likeness of a favour semblance They had nursed Peter back to some semblance of health. Additional synonyms in the sense of advent Definition an arrival The advent of war led to austerity. Synonyms coming, approach, appearance, arrival, entrance, onset, occurrence, visitation in the sense of appeal Definition an earnest request for money or help The government issued a last-minute appeal to him to return. Synonyms plea, call, application, request, prayer, petition, overture, invocation, solicitation, entreaty, supplication (formal), suit, cry from the heart, adjuration in the sense of appearance Definition the introduction or invention of something The sudden appearance of the deer caught me by surprise. Synonyms arrival, appearing, presence, turning up, introduction, showing up (informal), emergence, advent, coming Synonyms of 'approach' approach Explore 'approach' in the dictionary
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