English Expression · Intermediate

hike out

to lean over the edge of a boat, in order to counterbalance its weight when it is tilted, to avoid heeling

Pronunciation: say hike out

Meaning

to lean over the edge of a boat, in order to counterbalance its weight when it is tilted, to avoid heeling.

Example

I use the word "hike out".

I use the word "hike out".

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