Meaning of the word approaches in English

What does approaches mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

approaches

US /əˈproʊtʃɪz/
UK /əˈprəʊtʃɪz/

Noun

1.

a way of dealing with something; a method or strategy

Example:
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The company is trying new approaches to marketing.
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There are several approaches to solving this problem.
2.

the act of coming near or nearer to someone or something

Example:
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The pilot reported several unidentified approaches to the airport.
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The approaches to the city were blocked by snow.

Verb

1.

come near or nearer to (someone or something) in distance or time

Example:
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As winter approaches, the days get shorter.
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The car approaches the intersection.
2.

speak to someone for the first time about something, typically a proposal or request

Example:
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She approaches her boss about a raise.
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He approaches the committee with a new proposal.