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Heading Definition & Meaning

heading
noun
  1. a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about; "the heading seemed to have little to do with the text"
  2. the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
  3. a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine; "they dug a drift parallel with the vein"

"Heading" in song lyrics

See how heading is used in real songs:

  • "Jihad is a struggle in the direction I'm heading"
    The Brothahood — Needless to Say
  • "Have it all, go hard, cuz heaven's where we heading"
    Dr. Ama f/ Yaniece — Real Wit It
  • "My grandma 77, told me Hell we heading"
    Hell Razah — Family Jewelz

Usage tips for "heading"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "heading" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for heading to find words that pair well.

Use "heading" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does heading mean?
a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about; "the heading seemed to have little to do with the text" the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine; "they dug a drift parallel with the vein"
What part of speech is heading?
Heading is a noun.
How many definitions does heading have?
Heading has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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