Hotfooted: meaning, definitions and examples

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hotfooted

 

[ ˈhɒtˌfʊtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

moving quickly

Hotfooted refers to the act of running away or moving swiftly, especially in a hurried or hurriedly manner. It often implies urgency, suggesting that the subject is trying to escape danger or reach a destination quickly. The term is colloquial, primarily used in informal conversations and expressions. This word can indicate a sense of excitement or panic, depending on the context in which it is used.

Synonyms

bolt, dash, hurry, rush, sprint.

Examples of usage

  • He hotfooted it out of the meeting once he heard the news.
  • When the storm hit, everyone hotfooted to their cars.
  • She hotfooted across the field to catch the bus.
  • After hearing the alarm, they hotfooted out of the building.

Translations

Translations of the word "hotfooted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apressar-se

🇮🇳 जल्दी चलना

🇩🇪 schnell laufen

🇮🇩 berlari cepat

🇺🇦 поспішати

🇵🇱 pędzić

🇯🇵 急いで走る

🇫🇷 courir vite

🇪🇸 correr rápido

🇹🇷 aceleyle koşmak

🇰🇷 서두르다

🇸🇦 يهرع

🇨🇿 rychle utíkat

🇸🇰 rýchlo utekať

🇨🇳 快速奔跑

🇸🇮 hitro teči

🇮🇸 flýta

🇰🇿 жылдам жүгіру

🇬🇪 სწრაფად სირბილი

🇦🇿 tələsik qaçmaq

🇲🇽 correr rápido

Etymology

The term 'hotfooted' has its origins in the early 20th century and likely combines the concepts of 'hot' and 'footed'. The word 'hot' in this context suggests urgency and speed, akin to the sensation of having hot feet while running. Over time, 'hotfooted' has found its way into informal English, used mostly in American English as a vivid way to describe rapid movement. Its usage can be traced back to literature and colloquial speech, where it conveys both the physical act of hurried movement and the emotional states associated with it, such as excitement or fear. This term encapsulates a moment of sudden action, often necessitated by unforeseen circumstances, making it a colorful addition to the English vernacular.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,435, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.