Definition of "-ward" []

• In a specified direction in time or space: downward. (suffix)
• Toward a specified place or position: skyward. (suffix)
• Occurring or situated in a specified direction: leftward. (suffix)
• Having a direction toward a specified place or position: landward. (suffix)

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