ahead

Definition

At or towards the front; in the direction one is facing or moving.

Etymology

From a- + head. Perhaps originally a nautical term, "beyond the head (of a ship)", then drifting into more general English usage where it is used to describe something as being "in front of".

Example Sentences

• "The island was directly ahead."
• "Just ahead you can see the cliffs."
• "Keep going straight ahead."