hitchhike
Translation
to hitchhike, to thumb a lift
Examples
He decided to hitchhike across the country.
He decided to hitchhike across the country.
Is it safe to hitchhike alone?
Is it safe to hitchhike alone?
Grammar Patterns
((across/to/from somewhere)) to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles He decided to hitchhike across the country.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thumb a lift, catch a ride
Etymology
A compound of 'hitch' (to fasten or connect) and 'hike' (to walk a long distance). The idea is to 'hitch' a ride while you are 'hiking'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'hitching' your thumb up to signal for a ride while on a long 'hike'.