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hoof

The correct spelling is hoof.

How to pronounce hoof

/huːf/
noun

IPA: /huːf/

Say it like: Hoo-f

The correct spelling is hoof. The tip of a toe of an ungulate such as a horse, ox or deer, strengthened by a thick keratin covering. For example: "Get your hooves off me!"

Usage Examples

Get your hooves off me!

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The tip of a toe of an ungulate such as a horse, ox or deer, strengthened by a thick keratin covering.
  2. 2.The human foot.
  3. 3.An ungula.

verb

  1. 1.To trample with hooves.
  2. 2.To walk.
  3. 3.To dance, especially as a professional.
  4. 4.(football (soccer)) To kick, especially to kick a football a long way downfield with little accuracy.

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