Hock

/hɒk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The joint in a horse's hind leg, analogous to the human ankle.

The veterinarian examined the horse's hock for any signs of injury.

The hind leg of a horse or similar animal.

The horse kicked out with its hocks during the training session.

A cut of meat from the hind leg of a pig or similar animal.

The recipe calls for hock, which adds a rich flavor to the soup.

A term used in brewing or in reference to certain types of wine.

She savored the hock wine, appreciating its crisp and refreshing taste.

Middle English hoke, from Old English hoca, meaning 'the hock of meat'.

hock of meat

Refers to the hind leg part of the animal that's often cut for meat.

hock up

To pawn or sell an item.

in hock

Refers to being in debt or having pawned something.

hock joint

The specific joint in the hind leg of a horse.

hock wine

A type of white wine from Germany, often light and fruity.

To pawn an item.

I need some quick cash, so I'm going to hock my watch.

To be in debt.

After the spending spree, he's really in hock.