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hiking

n.
US //ˈhaɪkɪŋ// UK //hˈaɪkɪŋ// hik·ing
  1. 1 walking for exercise (n.)
    A2 Elementary Sport

    the activity of going for long walks in the countryside or mountains for fun or exercise.

    the recreational activity of walking long distances in natural environments, typically on trails or through mountainous terrain.

    Example

    We spent the whole weekend hiking through the national park.

    Example

    The region offers excellent opportunities for hiking, with well-marked trails that cater to both casual walkers and experienced mountaineers.

    Usage

    Often used with the verb 'go' as in 'go hiking'.

    Pitfall
    We went to hiking in the mountains.
    We went hiking in the mountains.

    Use 'go hiking' without the word 'to' before the activity.

  2. 2 raising a price or amount (n.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    the act of suddenly increasing a price, tax, or amount.

    the act of increasing a cost, rate, or amount sharply and often unexpectedly.

    Example

    The sudden hiking of interest rates made it harder for people to buy homes.

    Example

    The government's aggressive hiking of fuel taxes led to widespread protests across the industrial sectors.

    Usage

    Usually followed by the preposition 'of'.

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