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HOTFOOT

(noun, adverb, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Hotfoot.

Hotfoot - as a noun

A practical joke that involves inserting a match surreptitiously between the sole and upper of the victim's shoe and then lighting it

Hotfoot - as an adverb

Without delay; speedily

Example: "Sent ambassadors hotfoot to the turks"

Hotfoot - as a verb

Move hurridly

Example: "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
belt alongbucket alongcannonball alonghastenhiepelt alongracerushrush alongspeedstep on it
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
golocomotemovetravel
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He did a hotfoot dance on the burning embers."
"The detective gave the criminal a hotfoot with a lit match."
"The prankster played a hotfoot on his roommate by setting his shoes on fire."
"A hotfoot can be a painful but amusing prank."
"She screamed when she saw the hotfoot her friends planned for her."
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Word Game Points

Is HOTFOOT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hotfoot is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HOTFOOT has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is HOTFOOT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hotfoot is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOTFOOT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is HOTFOOT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hotfoot is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOTFOOT has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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