Meaning & Definition of word "Haul"

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    Haul

    /hɔːl/

    noun:

    • 1. a amount of something that is transported or carried.
      • Example: The fishermen returned with a good haul of fish.
    • 2. a successful or large capture, especially of something valuable.
      • Example: The police recovered a haul of stolen goods.

    verb:

    • 1. to pull or carry with effort.
      • Example: They had to haul the heavy box up the stairs.
    • 2. to transport something, usually a large or heavy load.
      • Example: The truck will haul the materials to the construction site.

    Etymology

    Middle English halen, from Old English halian; related to the Dutch halen.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    haul ass:

    to move quickly; to hurry.

    haul in:

    to catch or adhere to something.

    big haul:

    a large quantity obtained, especially through theft.

    Related Words

    tug:

    to pull something with a sharp or sudden motion.

    drag:

    to pull someone or something along forcefully.

    cart:

    a vehicle with two or four wheels that is used for carrying loads.

    Slang Meanings of haul

    Meaning: A large amount of something, especially gained from shopping.

    Example Sentence: I just did a huge haul at the mall!

    Meaning: A collection of items acquired, especially in thrift or garage sales.

    Example Sentence: Check out my thrift store haul on Instagram!