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/hɪtʃ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A temporary difficulty or problem.
We ran into a hitch with our travel plans when the flights were canceled.
A connection or attachment, such as a coupling for a vehicle.
The hitch on the back of the car was rusty and needed replacing.
verb
To attach (a vehicle) to a trailer or a hitch.
They hitched the trailer to the back of the truck for the camping trip.
To raise or lift up with a sudden movement.
She hitched up her skirt before stepping over the puddle.
To hitchhike.
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
Slang Meanings
To engage in an impromptu romantic encounter.
They hitched at the party.
To get involved in something unexpectedly.
He hitched up with the crew for the adventure.