To and fro Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Physical Movement Used to describe literal physical motion, not mental or emotional states. The cat's tail moved to and fro as it watched the bird. Pro Tip 2/3Slight Repetition Implies a repetitive, often small-scale movement, not traveling long distances. She rocked the baby to and fro in her arms to soothe him. Pro Tip 3/3Indecision Can metaphorically suggest indecision or vacillation in one’s actions or thoughts. His opinions swung to and fro depending on the crowd.