APPROACH

Definitions

1. 1. The act of drawing near; a coming or advancing near. "The approach of summer." Horsley. A nearer approach to the human type. Owen.
2. 2. A access, or opportunity of drawing near. The approach to kings and principal persons. Bacon.
3. 3. Movements to gain favor; advances.
4. 4. A way, passage, or avenue by which a place or buildings can be approached; an access. Macaulay.
5. 5. The advanced works, trenches, or covered roads made by besiegers in their advances toward a fortress or military post.
6. 6. See Approaching.