Hike: meaning, definitions and examples

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hike

[ haɪk ]

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outdoor activity

To walk a long distance, especially across country or in the woods

Synonyms

ramble, trek, walk

Examples of usage

She loves to hike in the mountains.
Let's hike up to the summit.

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outdoor activity

A long walk or walking tour

Synonyms

ramble, trek, walk

Examples of usage

We went on a beautiful hike through the forest.
The hike was challenging but rewarding.

Translations

Translations of the word "hike" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caminhada

🇮🇳 पैदल यात्रा

🇩🇪 Wanderung

🇮🇩 pendakian

🇺🇦 похід

🇵🇱 wędrówka

🇯🇵 ハイキング

🇫🇷 randonnée

🇪🇸 excursión

🇹🇷 yürüyüş

🇰🇷 하이킹

🇸🇦 تنزه

🇨🇿 výlet

🇸🇰 turistika

🇨🇳 徒步旅行

🇸🇮 pohod

🇮🇸 ganga

🇰🇿 жаяу серуен

🇬🇪 ლაშქრობა

🇦🇿 yürüş

🇲🇽 excursión

Word origin

The word 'hike' originated in the early 19th century from the Old Norse word 'hik', meaning a small hill. Over time, it evolved to refer to a long walk or walking tour in the countryside or mountains. The popularity of hiking as an outdoor activity has led to the widespread use of the term in modern English.