Associations to the word «Hightail»

Wiktionary

HIGHTAIL, verb. (usually transitive) To move at full speed, especially in retreat.
HIGHTAIL IT, verb. (idiomatic) To hurry or run; often, to flee.

Dictionary definition

HIGHTAIL, verb. Leave as fast as possible; "We hightailed it when we saw the police walking in".

Wise words

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