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hoof
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- pronunciation:
- hUf
- parts of speech:
- noun, intransitive verb
- phrases:
- hoof it
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
inflections: |
hoofs, hooves |
definition 1: |
the hard horny covering that encases the foot of certain mammals such as horses, pigs, and deer.
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definition 2: |
the entire foot of such mammals.
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definition 3: |
(informal) a human foot.
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part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
inflections: |
hoofs, hoofing, hoofed |
definition 1: |
(informal) to walk.
We'll have to hoof quick if we want to get there on time. |
definition 2: |
(slang) to dance.
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related words: |
dance |
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phrase: |
hoof it |
derivation: |
hooflike (adj.) |
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