Hatch
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British pronunciation/hˈæt‍ʃ/
American pronunciation/ˈhætʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "hatch"

to hatch
01

(of birds, fish, etc.) to come out of an egg

Intransitive
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The baby chicks hatched from their eggs after three weeks of incubation.
The biologist carefully observed as the baby alligators began to hatch in the nest.
In the classroom, students watched in excitement as the ducklings hatched from their eggs.
02

to sit on eggs until they break open and the young emerge

Transitive: to hatch eggs
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The mother bird patiently hatched her eggs in the safety of the nest.
The hen hatched three eggs successfully before the storm arrived.
Penguins take turns hatching their eggs to ensure they stay warm.
03

to secretly create or plan something

Transitive: to hatch a plan
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The rebels gathered in secret to hatch a plan to overthrow the government.
They hatched a scheme to surprise their friend on her birthday.
The criminals spent weeks hatching their elaborate robbery plan.
04

to create shading or texture in an area by drawing closely spaced parallel lines

Transitive: to hatch sth
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The artist carefully hatched the shadowed areas to add depth to the drawing.
To create the illusion of texture, she hatched the background with precise strokes.
Shading the sphere involved hatching the darker side with increasing density.
05

to decorate a surface by embedding thin strips of contrasting material into it

Transitive: to hatch a surface
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The artisan skillfully hatched the wooden box with strips of brass for added elegance.
The jewelry box was beautifully hatched with gold filigree along its edges.
The cabinetmaker hatched the furniture with ebony strips to create a checkerboard pattern.
Hatch
01

an opening in a wall that separates a kitchen and other rooms, particularly dining room, that can be used to sell or serve food

hatch definition and meaning

What is a "hatch"?

A hatch is a small door or opening in a wall, ceiling, or floor that allows access to a space or compartment. It is typically used in areas where a full door may not be practical, such as attics, basements, or storage spaces. In a kitchen, a hatch can provide convenient access to dining rooms or serving areas, making it easy to pass food and dishes between spaces. Hatches can be made from various materials, including wood or metal, and they can be opened by lifting or sliding. In addition to providing access, hatches can also be used for ventilation, allowing air to flow between different areas. They are often designed to be secure and may have locking mechanisms to keep the contents safe.

02

a movable barrier covering a hatchway

03

a sloping rear car door that is lifted to open

04

shading consisting of multiple crossing lines

05

the production of young from an egg

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