noun

hitching

HIHT-shihng

Hitching (noun) means the act of attaching or fastening something, or of hitchhiking. Example: “The hitching of the horses took only a few minutes.”

noun

The act of attaching or fastening something, or of hitchhiking.

"The hitching of the horses took only a few minutes."

How to use hitching

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe action described by the verb "hitch" — attaching something, or catching a ride.

Word forms

hitchings plural

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The _____ of the horses took only a few minutes.

Etymology

From a medieval diminutive form of Hitch.

Rhymes for hitching

itching witching pitching bitching ditching stitching twitching switching bewitching

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hitching” mean?

The word “hitching” means the act of attaching or fastening something, or of hitchhiking. In plain terms, the action described by the verb "hitch" — attaching something, or catching a ride.

How do you pronounce “hitching”?

“Hitching” is pronounced HIHT-shihng (/ˈhɪt͡ʃɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hitching” in a sentence?

Here is “hitching” used in a sentence: “The hitching of the horses took only a few minutes.”

What part of speech is “hitching”?

“Hitching” is a noun.