hoick
- noun
- UK
- The mechanic gave the engine a sharp hoick to free the stuck part.
Examples
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With a quick hoick, she lifted the box onto the shelf.
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The mechanic gave the engine a sharp hoick to free the stuck part.
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With a quick hoick, she lifted the heavy bag onto the table.
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He managed to move the box with one strong hoick of his arms.
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He gave a sudden hoick to the suitcase.
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With a quick hoick, she lifted the heavy bag onto the table.
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He managed to move the box with one strong hoick of his arms.
Synonyms
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2.2
A sudden sharp movement or pull
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1.1
A sudden strong pull on something
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3.0
A quick light movement made with a hand or finger
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Etymology
The word hoick likely comes from the short shout 'hoick!' people make when they give a quick, sharp pull, so imagine someone yelling it as they yank a heavy bag. A helpful way to remember is to think of hoist, which means 'to lift'; a hoick is a sudden, forceful lift or jerk.