approach

The act of drawing near; a coming or advancing near.

An access, or opportunity of drawing near.

(in plural) Movements to gain favor; advances.

A way, passage, or avenue by which a place or buildings can be approached; an access.

A manner in which a problem is solved or policy is made.

(used only in the plural, fortification) The advanced works, trenches, or covered roads made by besiegers in their advances toward a fortress or military post.

An approach shot.

The way an aircraft comes in to land at an airport.

The area before the lane, in which a player may stand or run up before bowling the ball.