Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hoicks

verb
/hɔɪks/
Definition
To hoick means to lift or pull something up suddenly and with effort.
Examples
  • He hoicked the heavy box onto the shelf with a surprising amount of strength.
  • After a moment of hesitation, she hoicked the dog into her arms.
  • The mechanic hoicked the engine off the ground to get a better look at it.
Meaning
The term conveys the action of heaving something upward in a quick and forceful manner.
Synonyms
  • heave
  • lift
  • haul
  • pull