hitchhike
Translation
to hitchhike, to thumb a ride
Examples
They decided to hitchhike across Europe.
They decided to hitchhike across Europe.
I wouldn't hitchhike alone at night.
I wouldn't hitchhike alone at night.
Grammar Patterns
((somewhere)) to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles They hitchhiked to the coast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thumb a lift/ride
Etymology
Combination of 'hitch' (to fasten or attach) and 'hike' (to walk a long distance).
Memory Tips
You 'hitch' a ride while on a 'hike'. Imagine attaching yourself to a car's journey.