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Definition of hatching - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
egg developmentprocess of eggs developing and breaking open
- The hatching of the eggs took place in the incubator..
2.
artTECH. method of shading with fine parallel linesTECH.
- The artist used hatching to add depth to the drawing.
3.
animal groupgroup of animals emerging from eggs together
- The hatching of turtles was a remarkable sight.
4.
constructionTECH. patterns in drawings to represent materialsTECH.
- The blueprint included hatching for different materials.
Adjective
1.
biologyin the process of emerging from an egg
- The hatching chicks were a delightful sight.
2.
creationnewly created or formed
- The hatching plan needed more details.
3.
artTECH. related to shading with fine linesTECH.
- The artist used a hatching technique for texture.
Images of hatching
method of shading with fine parallel lines 
group of animals emerging from eggs together 
patterns in drawings to represent materials
Origin of hatching
English, hatch (to emerge from an egg) + -ing (gerund suffix)
Terms with hatching included in their meaning
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hatching device
device that maintains optimal conditions for eggs to hatch
birth
the act or process of hatching
eggs hatching
process of keeping eggs warm until they hatch
biology
keep eggs warm for hatching
biology
keeping eggs warm for hatching
hatching
break through the shell of an egg
aquaculture
location for artificial hatching of fish eggs
traffic rule
road junction with yellow cross-hatching where entry requires a clear exit
biology
let fish eggs form visible head spots before hatching
poultry breeding
breeding and identifying chicks by visible sex differences at hatching
embryo
temporary tooth or beak projection for hatching
organism
describing an organism before birth or hatching
eggs
capable of hatching into a living organism
egg farming
person who manages egg hatching processes
young birds
remaining in the nest after hatching
dependent behavior
bird staying in nest after hatching
bird behavior
leaving the nest shortly after hatching
bird behavior
bird that leaves the nest soon after hatching
hatching
being in the process of breaking through a shell
art
not shaded with hatching lines
Examples of hatching in a sentence
We observed the hatching of the turtle eggs on the beach. Hatching was evident in the sketch's texture. The illustrator's hatching technique was meticulous. The hatching of chicks was synchronized perfectly. A hatching of ducklings waddled to the pond. Architects use hatching to differentiate textures.
Hatching in the sketch indicated brickwork. The hatching turtles made their way to the sea. We observed the hatching butterflies in the garden. The hatching project showed promise. Their hatching ideas were innovative. Hatching was evident in the detailed sketch. The illustrator's use of hatching added depth to the image.
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- French:éclosion, naissant, ...
- German:Schlüpfen, schlüpfend, ...
- Italian:schiusa, in schiusa, ...
- Spanish:nacimiento, en eclosión, ...
- Portuguese:eclosão, em eclosão, ...
- Chinese:孵化, 孵化中的, ...
- Japanese:孵化, 孵化中の, ...
- Arabic:فَقْس, مُفْقَس, ...
- Hebrew:בְּקִיעָה, בּוֹקֵעַ, ...
- Russian:вылупление, вылупляющийся, ...
- Ukrainian:вилуплення, вилуплюваний, ...
- Hindi:अंडों का फूटना, अंडे से निकलते, ...
Definition of hatch - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
animalintr. emerge from an egg by breaking the shellintr.
- The chicks hatch after three weeks.
2.
planningtr. devise a plan or schemetr.
- They hatched a plan to surprise her.
3.
biologytr. incubate eggs until they develop and emergetr.
- The hen hatched her chicks in early spring.
4.
arttr. TECH. shade a drawing with parallel linestr. TECH.
- He hatched the sketch to add depth.
Noun
1.
architecturehorizontal door in a floor or ceiling
- He climbed through the hatch in the attic.
2.
automotiveUS sloping rear car door that is lifted to openUS
- She loaded groceries into the hatch of her car.
3.
shipopening through the deck of a ship
- The crew loaded supplies through the hatch.
4.
foodopening in a wall for serving food
- The kitchen hatch made serving dinner easy.
5.
birththe act or process of hatching
- The hatch of the eggs took several days.
Images of hatch
horizontal door in a floor or ceiling 
sloping rear car door that is lifted to open 
opening through the deck of a ship 
opening in a wall for serving food
Expressions with hatch
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emerge from an egg by breaking the shell
The chicks hatch out in the spring.
secretly plan something, usually bad
They hatched a plot to steal the jewels.
warns not to expect something before it happens
Don't count your chickens before they hatch, the deal isn't final yet!
into the mouth and swallowed quickly
He raised his glass and said, 'Down the hatch!'.
create a plan secretly or cleverly
They hatched a plan to surprise their friend.
create a plan or idea in mind
They hatched an idea to start a new business.
secretly make or create plans for something
They hatch plans to surprise their friend.
create a secret plan for a specific purpose
They hatched a scheme to surprise their friend.
opening or door in a vehicle or building for emergency exit
The submarine's escape hatch was clearly marked and easily accessible..
place to safely leave a baby anonymously
The hospital installed a baby hatch for desperate parents.
opening in a wall for passing food from kitchen to dining area
The serving hatch made it easy to transfer dishes during the dinner party..
removable lid or panel used to close and seal an access opening
The crew checked each hatch cover before the ship sailed into rough seas.
opening in a ship or aircraft for loading cargo
The crew opened the cargo hatch to load the supplies.
high-performance hatchback car
The new model is a hot hatch with impressive acceleration.
Origin of hatch
Old English, hæcce (door) + hatch (open)
Examples of hatch in a sentence
The eggs hatch in the warmth of the sun. We need to hatch a strategy for the new project. The team hatched a scheme to increase sales. The turtle eggs hatched after two months. The incubator helped the eggs hatch successfully. She carefully hatched the background of the drawing.
The artist hatched the portrait to create texture. The basement hatch was hidden under the rug. He opened the hatch to access the roof. The hatch was stuck and wouldn't open. He admired the sleek design of the hatch. He peered through the hatch to check the cargo below. The hatch was sealed tightly during the storm. The hatch allowed quick access to the pantry. Food was passed through the hatch efficiently. The hatch began before dawn. Scientists monitored the hatch closely.
View all translations of hatch
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- French:éclore, trappe, ...
- German:schlüpfen, Luke, ...
- Italian:schiudersi, portello, ...
- Spanish:nacer, escotilla, ...
- Portuguese:nascer, alçapão, ...
- Chinese:孵化, 舱口, ...
- Japanese:孵化する, ハッチ, ...
- Arabic:فَقَسَ, فتحة, ...
- Hebrew:לִבְקֹועַ, פֶּתַח תִּקְרָה, ...
- Russian:вылупляться, люк, ...
- Ukrainian:вилуплюватися, люк, ...
- Hindi:अंडे से निकलना, हैच, ...
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