Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hitchhike
verb
/ˈhɪtʃˌhaɪk/
Definition
To travel by obtaining free rides from passing vehicles.
Examples
- Many young travelers choose to hitchhike across the country to meet new people.
- She decided to hitchhike to the festival instead of taking the bus.
Meaning
Hitchhiking involves standing on the side of a road and signaling for drivers to stop and offer a ride to a desired destination, typically without any form of payment.
Synonyms
- thumb a ride
- ride-share
- freeload
