Associations to the word «Hitchhike»

Wiktionary

HITCHHIKE, verb. To try to get a ride in a passing vehicle while standing at the side of a road. Generally by either sticking out one's finger or thumb or holding a sign with one's stated destination.
HITCHHIKE, verb. To be carried along with something else, for example Genetic Hitchhiking where a gene is propagated because it occurs in conjunction with a favourable mutation, or Cultural Hitchhiking where a cultural trait spreads with a technologically advanced population.

Dictionary definition

HITCHHIKE, verb. Travel by getting free rides from motorists.

Wise words

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