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Hiking
Sounds like
hyking
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Simple meaning
What does Hiking mean?
Hiking means walking outdoors on trails or in nature.
Dictionary definition
The activity of walking outdoors, usually on trails or through natural areas.
Example sentences
Hiking in a sentence
easy
Hiking is fun on a sunny day.
medium
Our family enjoys hiking on forest trails.
hard
Hiking safely means following trail signs and carrying what you need.
Synonyms
Words like Hiking
walkingMoving on foot.
trekkingWalking a long distance, often outdoors.
trail walkingWalking on a marked outdoor path.
Antonyms
Opposite words
drivingTraveling by vehicle instead of walking.
restingStopping activity to relax.
Word family
Hiking word family
Base word
hiking
verb
hike
To walk outdoors for exercise or adventure.
noun
hiker
A person who hikes.
verb
hiked
Walked outdoors in the past.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What is hiking?
Hiking is an outdoor walking activity.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to hiking?
Hiking often means walking on outdoor trails.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses hiking correctly?
Hiking fits a sentence about an outdoor walk.
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