Meaning & Definition of word "Hitch"
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Hitch
/hɪtʃ/
noun:
- 1. A temporary difficulty or problem.
- Example: We ran into a hitch with our travel plans when the flights were canceled.
- 2. A connection or attachment, such as a coupling for a vehicle.
- Example: The hitch on the back of the car was rusty and needed replacing.
verb:
- 1. To attach (a vehicle) to a trailer or a hitch.
- Example: They hitched the trailer to the back of the truck for the camping trip.
- 2. To raise or lift up with a sudden movement.
- Example: She hitched up her skirt before stepping over the puddle.
- 3. To hitchhike.
- Example: He decided to hitch to the next town instead of taking the bus.
Etymology
Middle English 'hichen', of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hitch a ride:
To obtain a lift in someone else’s vehicle.
hitch your wagon to a star:
To set high goals for oneself.
get hitched:
To get married.
Related Words
hitchhiking:
The act of soliciting rides from passing vehicles.
hitcher:
A person who hitchhikes.
hitching post:
A post to which an animal is tied.
Slang Meanings of hitch
Meaning: To engage in an impromptu romantic encounter.
Example Sentence: They hitched at the party.
Meaning: To get involved in something unexpectedly.
Example Sentence: He hitched up with the crew for the adventure.