Ap‐proach″, n. [Cf. F. approche. See Approach, v. i.] 1. The act of drawing near; a coming or advancing near. “The approach of summer.” Horsley.
A nearer approach to the human type.
Owen.
2. A access, or opportunity of drawing near.
The approach to kings and principal persons.
Bacon.
3. pl. Movements to gain favor; advances.
4. A way, passage, or avenue by which a place or buildings can be approached; an access. Macaulay.
5. pl.(Fort.) The advanced works, trenches, or covered roads made by besiegers in their advances toward a fortress or military post.
6. (Hort.) See Approaching.