hotch
What is another word for hotch? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To jerk or jiggle irregularly, moving up and down in short, uneven motions.
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman hocher, ultimately from a Germanic root related to jiggling or shaking.
Full origin of hotch →Frequently asked questions
What does “hotch” mean?
The word “hotch” means to jerk or jiggle irregularly, moving up and down in short, uneven motions. In plain terms, a dialect word for jerking about restlessly, or for a place being crammed full of something.
How do you pronounce “hotch”?
“Hotch” is pronounced hoch (/hɒtʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hotch” in a sentence?
Here is “hotch” used in a sentence: “The old cart hotched along the rutted track.”
What part of speech is “hotch”?
“Hotch” is a verb.
Where does the word “hotch” come from?
The word “hotch” comes from Germanic. From Anglo-Norman hocher, ultimately from a Germanic root related to jiggling or shaking.
How many meanings does “hotch” have?
“Hotch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to jerk or jiggle irregularly, moving up and down in short, uneven motions.
