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hitches

 

[ ˈhɪtʃɪz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in a situation

Problems or difficulties that cause delays or interruptions in a process or plan.

Synonyms

hindrance, obstacle, snag

Examples of usage

  • There were some hitches in the plan, but overall it was successful.
  • Technical hitches delayed the start of the event.
  • The project was completed without any major hitches.
Context #2 | Verb

a trailer

To attach or fasten a trailer or something to a vehicle.

Synonyms

attach, connect, secure

Examples of usage

  • He hitched the trailer to his truck before heading out on the road.
  • She hitched her bike to the back of the car for transportation.

Translations

Translations of the word "hitches" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obstáculos

🇮🇳 अड़चनें

🇩🇪 Hindernisse

🇮🇩 hambatan

🇺🇦 перешкоди

🇵🇱 przeszkody

🇯🇵 障害

🇫🇷 obstacles

🇪🇸 obstáculos

🇹🇷 engeller

🇰🇷 장애물

🇸🇦 عقبات

🇨🇿 překážky

🇸🇰 prekážky

🇨🇳 障碍

🇸🇮 ovire

🇮🇸 hindranir

🇰🇿 кедергілер

🇬🇪 ბარიერები

🇦🇿 maneələr

🇲🇽 obstáculos

Etymology

The word 'hitches' originated from Middle English 'hacche' meaning 'a gate or wicket'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include obstacles or difficulties. The verb form 'hitch' likely comes from the act of hooking or catching onto something, similar to how a trailer is attached to a vehicle. The word has been in use for centuries, adapting to modern contexts while retaining its core meaning of a temporary obstruction or connection.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,618 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.