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hurdling

The correct spelling is hurdling.

How to pronounce hurdling

verb

Say it like: Hur-dli-ng

The correct spelling is hurdling. To jump over something while running. For example: "He hurdled the bench in his rush to get away."

Usage Examples

He hurdled the bench in his rush to get away.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To jump over something while running.
  2. 2.To compete in the track and field events of hurdles (e.g. high hurdles).
  3. 3.To overcome an obstacle.
  4. 4.To hedge, cover, make, or enclose with hurdles.

noun

  1. 1.A track and field running event where the runners have to jump over a number of hurdles.
  2. 2.Hurdles collectively; frames of twigs, etc. for enclosing land

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