Hunting: meaning, definitions and examples

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hunting

 

[ หˆhสŒntษชล‹ ]

Context #1 | Noun

wildlife

The activity of searching for, pursuing, and capturing wild animals for food or sport.

Synonyms

fishing, shooting, trapping.

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Word Description / Examples
hunting

Hunting is the action of pursuing and capturing or killing wild animals for food, sport, or population control. It is commonly used when referring to large game like deer or elk.

  • He enjoys hunting deer during the fall season.
  • The family relies on hunting to provide meat for the winter.
trapping

Trapping is the method of capturing animals, typically for fur, research, or pest control, by setting traps. It often has a historical or traditional context.

  • Trapping beavers was a common practice among early settlers.
  • He set traps around the farm to deal with the rodent problem.
shooting

Shooting refers to the act of firing a gun, often at targets or game animals. It can be related to hunting but also includes target practice and competitive sports.

  • He spends weekends at the range practicing his shooting skills.
  • Shooting quail is a challenging but rewarding experience.
fishing

Fishing involves catching fish or other aquatic animals, typically for food or recreation. It is often done in lakes, rivers, or oceans.

  • They went fishing early in the morning to catch trout.
  • Fishing is a popular activity in this coastal town.

Examples of usage

  • Hunting is a popular pastime in many rural areas.
  • The regulations for hunting vary from state to state.
  • Hunting requires a lot of patience and skill.
  • Many people enjoy the thrill of hunting in the wilderness.
  • Hunting can help control the population of certain species.
Context #2 | Noun

job

The practice of searching for job opportunities or suitable candidates.

Synonyms

recruiting, searching, seeking.

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hunting

Used when talking about pursuing animals for sport or food.

  • The family went hunting in the forest last weekend.
  • He is passionate about deer hunting in the fall.

Examples of usage

  • He is on the hunting for a new job.
  • Hunting for the right candidate can be challenging.
  • The company is hunting for a talented salesperson.
  • She is actively hunting for a job in the tech industry.
Context #3 | Noun

search

The act of looking intensively for something.

Synonyms

scouring, searching, seeking.

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hunting

Best used when referring to the act of pursuing animals or game for food or sport. It can also be used metaphorically for searching intensively.

  • They went hunting for deer in the woods
  • She is hunting for a new job
searching

A general term good for any situation where one is looking for something or someone. It can be used in both casual and formal contexts.

  • I am searching for my keys
  • The team is searching for new solutions to the problem
seeking

Often used in a more formal or deliberate sense of looking for something, which could be tangible or intangible like advice, wisdom, or career opportunities.

  • He is seeking advice on his career
  • They are seeking new investors
scouring

Typically used when talking about searching thoroughly, often with great effort or detail. It has a connotation of searching everywhere without leaving any place unchecked.

  • They are scouring the beach for shells
  • The police are scouring the city for the suspect

Examples of usage

  • The treasure hunters were hunting for the lost artifact.
  • She was hunting for her keys all over the house.
  • Hunting for the perfect gift can be stressful.
  • They were hunting for clues to solve the mystery.

Translations

Translations of the word "hunting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเค•เคพเคฐ (shikaar)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jagd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berburu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะปัŽะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ polowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็‹ฉ็ŒŸ (shuryล)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chasse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caza

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท avcฤฑlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ๋ƒฅ (sanyang)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตูŽูŠู’ุฏ (แนฃayd)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lov

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ poฤพovnรญctvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‹ฉ็ŒŽ (shรฒuliรจ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lov

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ veiรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐาฃัˆั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ (nadiroba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ovรงuluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caza

Etymology

The term 'hunting' originated from the Old English word 'huntian', which means 'to chase game'. Hunting has been a fundamental aspect of human survival and evolution, dating back to prehistoric times when early humans depended on hunting for food. Over the centuries, hunting has evolved from a necessity for survival to a recreational activity and sport. Today, hunting is regulated by laws and regulations to ensure sustainable wildlife management and conservation.

See also: hunt, hunter, hunters.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,677, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.