heading
Translation
heading, title, direction, course
Examples
What is the heading of this chapter?
What is the heading of this chapter?
The ship's heading was due north.
The ship's heading was due north.
Grammar Patterns
((the heading of sth.)) the title or topic of a section of writing What is the heading of this chapter?
Similar Words
Synonyms: title, caption, direction, course; Antonyms: footer, conclusion
Etymology
From 'head' (the top part) + '-ing' (noun-forming suffix). It refers to what is at the 'head' of a text or a journey.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'head' of a page for a title, or the 'head' of a ship pointing in a certain direction.