The first step towards the attainment of a result; approach made to gain favor, to form an acquaintance, to adjust a difference, etc.; an overture; a tender; an offer; -- usually in the plural.

To move the ball closer to the putting green.

To move toward the opponent.

A section in the San Miguel Form. "Abante" in Cebuano (probably derived from Spanish). Introduces stepping off-line and then back to center while attacking and defending.

To move towards the opponent by stepping sequentially with first the front foot, followed by the rear foot, keeping the orientation of the feet constant relative to each other.

To move cargo up line to a vessel leaving sooner than the one booked. (See "Roll.")

Taking a step towards one's opponent.