hitch

/hitʃ/
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hitch

A hiker uses a secure hitch to tie his canoe to the roof of his car.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A temporary interruption or problem: A "hitch" is a minor problem or delay that causes a temporary stop in progress.
    • A type of knot: A "hitch" is a knot used to attach a rope to an object like a post or ring.
    • An uneven walk: A "hitch" can refer to a limp or an uneven way of walking, often due to an injury.
    • A connection for pulling: A "hitch" is the device or point used to connect a trailer or load to a vehicle.
    • A period of military service: (Informal) A "hitch" can mean a period of enlistment in the armed forces.

  2. Verb:

    • To attach or connect: To "hitch" means to fasten or connect something, especially a vehicle to a trailer.
    • To travel by getting free rides: To "hitch" means to travel by hitchhiking, signaling for free rides from passing vehicles.
    • To move with a jerk or pull: To "hitch" can mean to move something with a sudden, sharp pull.
    • To walk with difficulty: To "hitch" can mean to walk with a limp or an impediment.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • The project proceeded without a hitch. (The project continued smoothly without any problems.)
    • He tied a hitch to secure the boat to the dock. (He tied a knot to attach the boat to the dock.)
    • He walked with a slight hitch in his step after the injury. (He walked with a slight limp after the injury.)
    • We need a ball hitch for the new trailer. (We need a specific type of connector for the new trailer.)
    • He did a five-year hitch in the Navy. (He served a five-year period in the Navy.)

  • Verb:

    • Please hitch the wagon to the tractor. (Please attach the wagon to the tractor.)
    • They decided to hitch a ride to the next town. (They decided to get a free ride to the next town.)
    • She hitched up her trousers before running. (She pulled her trousers up quickly before running.)
    • The old dog hitched along on three legs. (The old dog walked with difficulty on three legs.)
Advanced Usage

  • "Without a hitch": Smoothly, with no problems.

    • The wedding ceremony went off without a hitch. (The wedding ceremony happened perfectly smoothly.)

  • "Get hitched": (Informal) To get married.

    • They finally got hitched last summer. (They finally got married last summer.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Hitchhike (verb): To travel by getting free rides from passing vehicles.

    • He plans to hitchhike across the country. (He plans to travel across the country by getting free rides.)

  • Hitchhiker (noun): A person who travels by hitchhiking.

    • The driver picked up a hitchhiker on the highway. (The driver gave a free ride to a traveler on the highway.)
Synonyms
  • Noun (Problem): Snag, glitch, setback, difficulty.
  • Noun (Knot): Tie, fastening.
  • Verb (Attach): Connect, fasten, couple, hook.
  • Verb (Hitchhike): Thumb a ride.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Hitch up: To pull something up, especially clothing, with a quick motion; to attach.
    • He hitched up his sleeves before washing the dishes. (He pulled his sleeves up before washing the dishes.)
    • We need to hitch up the horses to the carriage. (We need to attach the horses to the carriage.)
Related Idioms
  • Hitch your wagon to a star: To set very high goals; to associate yourself with someone or something successful to advance yourself.
    • By joining that innovative company, she hitched her wagon to a star. (By joining that innovative company, she connected herself to a successful enterprise.)
hitch

A hiker uses a secure hitch to tie his canoe to the roof of his car.

Noun
  1. the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg
  2. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
  3. a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it; a temporary knot
  4. a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls
  5. an unforeseen obstacle
  6. the state of inactivity following an interruption
    • the negotiations were in arrest
    • held them in check
    • during the halt he got some lunch
    • the momentary stay enabled him to escape the blow
    • he spent the entire stop in his seat
  7. a period of time spent in military service
Verb
  1. connect to a vehicle: "hitch the trailer to the car"
  2. travel by getting free rides from motorists
  3. jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
    • the yung filly bucked
  4. walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury
    • The old woman hobbles down to the store every day
  5. to hook or entangle
    • One foot caught in the stirrup

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