approach

Universal Words verb, noun verb move near 1 to come near to sb/sth in distance or time: [V] We heard the sound of an approaching car / a car approaching * Winter is approaching. * The time is fast approaching when we shall have to make a decision. * [VN] As you approach the town, you'll see the college on the left. offer / ask 2 [VN] ~ sb (about / for sth)