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Meaning of Hike
The primary meaning of the word "hike" is to walk or march, especially in a long and vigorous way, in the countryside or wilderness for pleasure.
Definitions
- To go for a long walk, especially in the countryside or wilderness, for pleasure or exercise
- * To pull or lift something with force, typically using a rope or lever
- * To increase something, such as a price or a rate, by a large amount
Etymology of Hike
The word "hike" originated in the mid-19th century, likely from the verb "to hike", which means to walk or march, especially in a long and vigorous way
The word is thought to have come from the Old English word "hician", which means to walk or go, and the Middle English word "hiken", which means to walk or march
Originally, the word "hike" was used to describe a type of gait or stride, but it eventually came to be used to describe a type of outdoor activity
Example Uses
- We're going to hike to the top of the mountain tomorrow
- * The company will hike prices next quarter due to increased production costs
- * The hikers had to hike up the steep trail to reach the summit