Definition & Meaning of "hitch"

to hitch

to secure or attach by tying or fastening, often with a quick and simple knot

Transitive: to hitch sth to a supporting structure

to progress or move unevenly, experiencing occasional pauses or sudden stops

Intransitive

to fasten or attach a harness to a draft animal, such as a horse or ox, in order to enable them to pull a load

Transitive: to hitch a draft animal to a carriage

to get a free ride from passing vehicles

Intransitive: to hitch | to hitch somewhere

to quickly and suddenly move something into a different position

Transitive: to hitch sth somewhere

Hitch

a minor problem or issue that temporarily delays something

a period of time spent in military service

the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it; a temporary knot

a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls

an unforeseen obstacle

the state of inactivity following an interruption

hitch

unhitch

Example

The cowboy expertly hitched his horse to the post outside the saloon before entering.

The gardener decided to hitch the unruly vines to a trellis to encourage upward growth.

In sailing, it's crucial to properly hitch the sails to the mast for efficient navigation.

She decided to hitch the tent to a nearby tree to prevent it from blowing away in the strong wind.

To secure the boat, they needed to hitch it to the dock using sturdy ropes.

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