Definition of hitch - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
problemstemporary problem or interruption
- The project encountered a hitch but was soon back on track.
2.
motionsudden pull or jerk
- The horse gave a hitch and stopped.
3.
toolsfastener or connection point
- The trailer was attached with a hitch.
4.
travelUS ride obtained by hitchhikingUS
- She got a hitch to the next town.
5.
militaryUS period of time in the militaryUS
- He completed his hitch in the army.
Verb
1.
fasteningtr. attach or fasten with a rope or straptr.
- He hitched the trailer to his truck before driving off.
2.
road travelintr. travel by obtaining free ridesintr.
- He hitched across the country last summer.
3.
- They decided to get hitched in a small ceremony.
4.
movementintr. move with halts or jerksintr.
- The old car hitched along the road.
Images of hitch
fastener or connection point
Expressions with hitch
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fasten something securely
He hitched up his belt before starting the hike.
without any problems or difficulties
The event went hitch free and everyone enjoyed it.
align with someone for benefit or depend on their success
He hitched his wagon to the new manager.
smoothly without any problems or delays
The event went off without a hitch.
get a free ride in someone's vehicle
We decided to hitch a lift to the concert.
get a ride in someone else's vehicle
She decided to hitch a ride to the concert.
unexpected problem or delay occurs
We were ready to leave, but there's been a hitch.
noticeable irregularity in walking
He walked with a hitch in his step after the injury.
device for connecting a trailer to a vehicle
He installed a trailer hitch on his truck to tow his boat.
small problem with equipment or technology
The show was delayed by a technical hitch.
the single problem or difficulty in a situation
The only hitch is that we need more money.
unexpected problem or difficulty happens
We can go ahead unless there is a hitch.
device for connecting a trailer to a vehicle
The truck has a tow hitch for the camper.
there is one small problem or obstacle
The plan sounds great, but the only hitch is the cost.
happen smoothly without any problems or delays
The wedding went off without a hitch.
rack on a car for bikes or skis
We loaded the bikes onto the hitch rack for our trip.
travel by getting free rides from passing vehicles
They often hitch-ride across the country during summer.
knot used to make ropes tight for securing loads
He used a trucker's hitch to secure the cargo.
towing device with adjustable height or angle
The trailer was connected using an adjustable hitch.
simple hitch for temporary attachment to a hook
He made a Blackwall hitch to hold the tackle.
knot securing a rope to a cleat
The sailor used a cleat hitch to secure the boat.
knot securing a rope to a post
The sailor used a clove hitch to secure the boat.
simple knot securing rope to an object
He tied a half hitch to secure the boat.
rope fastening like a clove hitch, with one extra wrap
Tie a magnus hitch to hold the fender line.
Origin of hitch
Old English, hiccough (hitch)
Terms with hitch included in their meaning
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transportation
type of trailer hitch for towing trailers
transport
large trailer connected to a truck by a hitch
ropework
hitch with two loops for attaching to a hook
transportation
type of trailer hitch for towing
temporary fastening
simple hitch for temporary attachment to a hook
adjustable knot
hitch holding fast when pulled but loose otherwise
sailing gear
rope fastening like a clove hitch, with one extra wrap
Examples of hitch in a sentence
There was a hitch in the software update. There was a hitch in the train as it started moving. A hitch in her voice revealed her nervousness. The hitch on the bike rack was secure. A strong hitch is crucial for towing safely. He managed to get a hitch from a friendly trucker.
They relied on a hitch to reach the festival. His hitch in the navy was challenging. After a long hitch, he returned home. She hitched her horse to the post. They hitched the tent to the ground securely. They hitched a ride to the festival. She hitched from town to town. They hitched at city hall last spring. After ten years together, the couple finally hitched. The rabbit hitched across the field. Her breath hitched with excitement.
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- French:contretemps, accrocher, ...
- German:Problem, anhängen, ...
- Italian:inconveniente, attaccare, ...
- Spanish:contratiempo, atar, ...
- Portuguese:contratempo, atar, ...
- Chinese:小问题, 拴住, ...
- Japanese:問題, 結ぶ, ...
- Arabic:عقبة, رَبَطَ, ...
- Hebrew:תַּקָּלָה, לְרַתּוֹם, ...
- Russian:проблема, прикрепить, ...
- Ukrainian:проблема, прикріпити, ...
- Hindi:अड़चन, बांधना, ...
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