heading
UK: ˈhɛdɪŋ | US: ˈhɛdɪŋ
n. a title or caption at the top of a page, section, or document
n. the direction in which something is moving or pointing
n. a topic or category in a system of classification
The word "heading" derives from the Old English "hēafod," meaning "top" or "leader," combined with the suffix "-ing," which forms nouns indicating an action or result. Originally tied to the physical "head" (top of the body), it evolved metaphorically to denote the "top" of a page (title) or the "leading" direction of movement. The suffix "-ing" solidifies its role as a concrete noun.
The heading of the report clearly stated its purpose.
The ship changed its heading to avoid the storm.
Each chapter has a bold heading for easy navigation.
The compass showed a northward heading.
Under the heading "Science," you’ll find related articles.