Hitchhiked Meaning in English
word · lemma: hitchhike
Definition
To travel by asking strangers for free rides in their vehicles, usually by standing by the road and signaling drivers.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in the past tense, as in 'I hitchhiked across Europe.' More common in stories or when talking about the past, since hitchhiking is less popular today. Usually means standing by the roadside and signaling for a ride.
Example Sentences
Last summer, we hitchhiked across the country.
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She hitchhiked to save money on transportation.
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We hitchhiked from one town to the next.
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I hitchhiked a lot when I was in my twenties, but I wouldn't do it now.
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They hitchhiked through the mountains when they couldn’t find a bus.
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Back in the day, people hitchhiked all the time, but it's pretty rare now.
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