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

the act of coming near or nearer to someone or something

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

Verb

1.

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

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

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

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