hike (EN)

noun, verb

noun “hike”

1. a long walk, often done for fun or to stay healthy
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   We went on a hike through the forest to enjoy the fresh air.
2. a sudden or large increase, usually in the amount of money something costs
   The sudden price hike in groceries surprised everyone.
3. in American football, the action of passing the ball from the ground to another player to begin the game
   The quarterback called for the hike, and the center snapped the ball to him.

verb “hike”

1. to go on a long walk, typically for enjoyment or physical fitness
   We like to hike in the mountains every summer.
2. to increase a price suddenly or unfairly
   The store owner hiked the prices of water bottles right before the big event.