Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act or service of towing: "Towage" refers to the action of pulling or hauling something, typically a vehicle or vessel, using a rope, chain, or other hitch.
   • A charge or fee for towing: "Towage" can also mean the payment or compensation required for the service of towing.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The towage of the stranded ship was a complex operation. (The act of towing the stranded ship was a complex operation.)
  • The marina's fees include dock rental and towage in case of engine failure. (The marina's fees include dock rental and a charge for towing in case of engine failure.)

Advanced Usage

• Legal/Commercial Context: In maritime or legal contexts, "towage" often refers specifically to a commercial contract for the towing of a vessel.
  • The contract clearly outlined the terms and liabilities for the towage. (The contract clearly outlined the terms and liabilities for the towing service.)

Variants and Related Words

• Tow (verb/noun): To pull or haul. The act of pulling or hauling.
  • We had to tow the car to the nearest garage.
• Tug (verb/noun): To pull something hard or suddenly. A boat used for towing.
  • The tugboat provided essential towage services in the harbor.

Synonyms

• Haulage: The commercial transport of goods; the act of hauling.
• Towing: The act of pulling something along behind.

Related Phrases

• Towage contract: A formal agreement for towing services.
  • They signed a towage contract with the salvage company.
• Towage charges: The fees associated with towing.
  • The towage charges were added to the repair bill.

Noun

1. the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope
   • the truck gave him a tow to the garage