1. the act or process of towing a vessel or vehicle
Usage: nautical
2. the charge or fee paid for towing services
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The disabled yacht required towage back to the harbor.
• Towage services are available 24 hours a day at the marina.
• The insurance policy covered the cost of towage after the breakdown.
• Commercial towage operations handle large cargo ships in the port.
• Emergency towage was arranged for the stranded fishing boat.
• The towage company charged a flat rate for harbor assistance.