Hoof it

verb

To walk or travel on foot for a long distance or period of time.

My car broke down so I had to hoof it to work this morning.
Visual representation of "hoof it" - To walk or travel on foot for a long distance or period of time.

Often appears as...

  • hoof it home
  • hoof it to work

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial, Idiomatic

verb

To walk or travel on foot for a long distance or period of time.

My car broke down so I had to hoof it to work this morning.
Visual representation of "hoof it" - To walk or travel on foot for a long distance or period of time.

Often appears as...

  • hoof it home
  • hoof it to work

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial, Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "hoof it"
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Casual Speech

Used in informal settings among friends or in a casual conversation.

Illustration for Casual Speech
We missed the bus, looks like we're going to have to hoof it.
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Unexpected Necessity

Often implies having to walk because another form of transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Illustration for Unexpected Necessity
The subway was closed, so I had to hoof it to my meeting.
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Physical Effort

Suggests making an effort, sometimes more than desired, as it involves physical activity.

Illustration for Physical Effort
After my bike got stolen, I hoofed it to school for a week.
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Casual Speech

Used in informal settings among friends or in a casual conversation.

Illustration for Casual Speech
We missed the bus, looks like we're going to have to hoof it.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Unexpected Necessity

Often implies having to walk because another form of transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Illustration for Unexpected Necessity
The subway was closed, so I had to hoof it to my meeting.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Physical Effort

Suggests making an effort, sometimes more than desired, as it involves physical activity.

Illustration for Physical Effort
After my bike got stolen, I hoofed it to school for a week.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Casual Speech

Used in informal settings among friends or in a casual conversation.

Illustration for Casual Speech
We missed the bus, looks like we're going to have to hoof it.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Unexpected Necessity

Often implies having to walk because another form of transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Illustration for Unexpected Necessity
The subway was closed, so I had to hoof it to my meeting.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Physical Effort

Suggests making an effort, sometimes more than desired, as it involves physical activity.

Illustration for Physical Effort
After my bike got stolen, I hoofed it to school for a week.
Visual representation of the word "Hoof it"

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