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Rarehoofs
The correct spelling is hoofs.
How to pronounce hoofs
noun
IPA: /hufs/
Say it like: Hoo-fs
The correct spelling is hoofs. 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.The tip of a toe of an ungulate such as a horse, ox or deer, strengthened by a thick keratin covering.
- 2.The human foot.
- 3.An ungula.
verb
- 1.To trample with hooves.
- 2.To walk.
- 3.To dance, especially as a professional.
- 4.(football (soccer)) To kick, especially to kick a football a long way downfield with little accuracy.
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