hiking
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1 walking for exercise (n.) A2 Elementary Sportthe 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.
ExampleWe spent the whole weekend hiking through the national park.
ExampleThe region offers excellent opportunities for hiking, with well-marked trails that cater to both casual walkers and experienced mountaineers.
UsageOften used with the verb 'go' as in 'go hiking'.
PitfallWe went to hiking in the mountains.We went hiking in the mountains.Use 'go hiking' without the word 'to' before the activity.
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2 raising a price or amount (n.) C1 Advanced Formalthe act of suddenly increasing a price, tax, or amount.
the act of increasing a cost, rate, or amount sharply and often unexpectedly.
ExampleThe sudden hiking of interest rates made it harder for people to buy homes.
ExampleThe government's aggressive hiking of fuel taxes led to widespread protests across the industrial sectors.
UsageUsually followed by the preposition 'of'.