in tow

in tow
a) Pulled by means of an attached line, such as a cable, chain, or rope.

"Do you remember the ship? . . . I mean the dismasted eighty-four that was in tow of the frigate."

b) Following or accompanying under the direction of another, as if attached by a line and being pulled.

Far down the field a C-47 cargo plane with two loaded gliders in tow began to move slowly up the runway.

2. adverb
a) In a manner involving being pulled by means of an attached line.

Presently the wind nearly died out, and the galley and prizes then took the coasters and fishing craft in tow.

b) In a manner of movement characterized by following another and being under the direction of that other, as if attached by a line and being pulled.

Doctor Blimber accompanied them; and Paul had the honour of being taken in tow by the Doctor himself.

Syn: on tow, under tow

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