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hike
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- pronunciation:
- haIk
- parts of speech:
- intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun
- phrases:
- take a hike
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
inflections: |
hikes, hiking, hiked |
definition 1: |
to take a long walk in a natural area, esp. over rugged terrain, as for enjoyment, exercise, or training.
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definition 2: |
to become raised and usu. not properly aligned, as a piece of clothing (usu. fol. by "up").
Her woolen tights made her skirt hike up. |
related words: |
track, tramp, walk |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
definition 1: |
to make higher, as in price or amount.
They hiked gasoline prices.- similar words:
- boost
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definition 2: |
to pull at suddenly, esp. in order to align properly (often fol. by "up").
His shorts were loose and he hiked them up often.- similar words:
- hitch
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related words: |
elevate, hoist, increase, multiply, raise |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a long walk, esp. in the country or through rugged terrain, as for enjoyment, exercise, or training.
- similar words:
- outing, tramp, walk
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definition 2: |
an act or instance of raising or increasing, as in price or amount.
a hike in interest rates- similar words:
- boost, raise
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related words: |
turn |
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phrase: |
take a hike |
derivation: |
hiker (n.) |
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