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Definition of In tow
1. Adjective. (context: of a vehicle, conveyance, etc.) Pulled by means of an attached line, such as a cable, chain, or rope. ¹
2. Adjective. (figuratively usually of persons) Following or accompanying under the direction of another, as if attached by a line and being pulled. ¹
3. Adverb. (context: of a vehicle, conveyance, etc.) In a manner involving being pulled by means of an attached line. ¹
4. Adverb. (figuratively usually of persons) In a manner of movement characterized by following another and being under the direction of that other, as if attached by a line and being pulled. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com