Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

haul

verb
/hɔːl/
Definition
To pull or drag something that is heavy, typically with effort.
Examples
  • We need to haul the boxes to the new office.
  • The fisherman hauls in his nets at dawn.
  • They had to haul the furniture up three flights of stairs.
Meaning
Haul refers to the act of pulling or transporting items that are usually heavy or cumbersome. It can also imply a significant distance over which something is moved.
Synonyms
  • drag
  • cart
  • tow
  • transport
  • carry