Meaning & Definition of word "Haul"

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!