Hurdle: meaning, definitions and examples
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hurdle
[ ˈhɜːrdl ]
track and field
A hurdle is a barrier that athletes must jump over during a race. It is typically made of metal or wood and is set at a specific height. Hurdling is a popular track and field event that requires speed, agility, and coordination.
Synonyms
barrier, obstacle, obstruction
Examples of usage
- The athlete cleared the hurdle with ease.
- She stumbled at the final hurdle and lost the race.
obstacle
To hurdle means to overcome a barrier or obstacle. It can also refer to jumping over something in a race or competition.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He managed to hurdle all the challenges in his way.
- She hurdled the fence to escape from the pursuing dog.
Translations
Translations of the word "hurdle" in other languages:
🇵🇹 obstáculo
🇮🇳 बाधा
🇩🇪 Hürde
🇮🇩 rintangan
🇺🇦 перешкода
🇵🇱 przeszkoda
🇯🇵 障害
🇫🇷 obstacle
🇪🇸 obstáculo
🇹🇷 engel
🇰🇷 장애물
🇸🇦 عقبة
🇨🇿 překážka
🇸🇰 prekážka
🇨🇳 障碍
🇸🇮 ovira
🇮🇸 hindrun
🇰🇿 кедергі
🇬🇪 ბარიერი
🇦🇿 maneə
🇲🇽 obstáculo
Word origin
The word 'hurdle' originated in the late 16th century and is believed to have come from the Middle English word 'hurdell', which meant a temporary framework made of intertwined twigs. Over time, the term evolved to refer to physical barriers in sporting events, particularly in track and field competitions.