hitch Meaning and Definition

1. n. the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

2. n. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

3. n. a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it

4. n. a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls

5. n. an unforeseen obstacle

6. n. the state of inactivity following an interruption

7. n. a period of time spent in military service

8. v. to hook or entangle

9. v. connect to a vehicle:

10. v. jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched

11. v. walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

12. v. travel by getting free rides from motorists