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    Heading

    /ˈhɛd.ɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The title or topic of a piece of writing or discussion.
    The heading of the report clearly indicated the main focus of the analysis.
    The direction in which someone or something is moving.
    We are now heading towards the nearest gas station.
    An act of heading a ball, especially in sports like soccer.
    His heading ability is impressive, as he scored several goals with his head.
    verb
    To move in a specified direction.
    We will be heading south for our vacation.

    Etymology

    From the Old English 'hēafod' meaning 'head', which developed into the concept of heading as related to direction or title.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    heading south:
    To go in a downward or deteriorating direction.
    heading home:
    To be on one's way back to one's home.
    heading in the right direction:
    Making progress towards a goal.

    Related Words

    lead
    To direct or guide a course towards a specific goal.
    orientation
    The determination of the relative position of something.
    topic
    The subject of a conversation or writing.

    Slang Meanings

    Heading out
    I'm heading out with friends tonight.
    Headed off
    He was headed off to college after the summer.