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FOX HUNTING Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase fox hunting. (exact relations)
There are 16 hypernyms of the phrase fox hunting. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for FOX HUNTING

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coursing
verb, nounv, n
noun

• hunting with dogs (usually greyhounds) that are trained to chase game (such as hares) by sight instead of by scent

hunting
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport

• the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone

• the work of finding and killing or capturing animals for food or pelts

sporting
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• relating to or used in sports

adjective satellite

• exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play

• involving risk or willingness to take a risk

• preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance

chasing
verbv
noun

• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

• United States politician and jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1808-1873)

• a rectangular metal frame used in letterpress printing to hold together the pages or columns of composed type that are printed at one time

verb

• go after with the intent to catch

• pursue someone sexually or romantically

• cut a groove into

• cut a furrow into a columns

foxhunt
verb, nounv, n
noun

• mounted hunters follow hounds in pursuit of a fox

verb

• hunt foxes, on horseback and with dogs

Best Hypernyms For FOX HUNTING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for fox hunting, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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activity diversion endeavor engagement entertainment exercise game hobby hunt hunting leisure pastime pursuit recreation sport undertaking

Alternatives for COURSING

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