HOCK Meaning and
Definition
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Hock is a noun that can have various meanings depending on the context. In general terms, hock refers to the joint in the hind leg of a four-legged animal, especially a horse or a pig, that corresponds to the human ankle. This joint allows for flexibility and movement in the animal's leg, enabling activities such as running, jumping, and kicking.
In culinary terms, hock can refer to a cut of meat or a specific part of an animal, typically the lower portion of the hind leg. Pork hock, for instance, is a flavorful and tender meat often used for slow-cooking or in traditional dishes like hock and sauerkraut. It is known for its succulence and ability to infuse dishes with its rich flavor.
Hock can also be used as a verb, particularly in the context of pawning or pledging an item for a loan. When someone hocks an object, they take it to a pawnshop or pawnbroker and exchange it temporarily for a sum of money. The item is held as collateral until the loan is repaid, at which point the person can retrieve their possession. Hocking items is a common practice for individuals in need of short-term financial assistance.
Overall, hock encompasses meanings related to animal anatomy, culinary cuts, and financial transactions, each with its own specific connotation and usage.
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1. The ham, the posterior aspect of the knee. 2. The tarsus in the horse and other quadrupeds; the joint of the hind leg between the knee and the fetlock; see cut under horse.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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• The joint of an animal between the knee and fetlock-hough, used in same sense, but signifies properly the back of the knee.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for HOCK
Etymology of HOCK
The word "hock" has a complex etymology. It originated from the Middle English word "hokke" or "hoke", which came from the Old English word "hōc". This Old English word was derived from the Proto-Germanic word "hōkan", which meant "to hang". The Proto-Germanic word "hōkan" itself can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*keg-" or "*keng-", which had the sense of "to bend" or "to hang". This root gave rise to various related words in different Indo-European languages. For example, the Old Norse word "hǫk" and the Old High German word "hoh" both came from the same root, retaining the meaning of "hock" or "heel". The Old Norse "hǫk" gradually evolved into the modern English word "hock".
Idioms with the word HOCK
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in hock
The idiom "in hock" refers to being in debt or owing money to someone. It originated from the practice of pawning items as collateral for a loan, where the person would be "in hock" until the debt is repaid and the items returned.
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out of hock
The idiom "out of hock" means to be free from a financial obligation or debt, typically referring to a situation where someone has successfully paid off or cleared a debt they owed. It can also imply being released from a difficult or burdensome situation.
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go into hock
The idiom "go into hock" means to incur debt or financial obligation, especially by borrowing money or taking out a loan. It refers to a situation where someone must use their assets as collateral to secure a loan.
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hock a luggie
The idiom "hock a luggie" or "hock a loogie" refers to the act of forcefully spitting out mucus or saliva from the throat, usually in a noticeable and sometimes offensive manner.
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be in hock
The idiom "be in hock" means to be in debt or owing money to someone or an organization. It implies a state of financial obligation or indebtedness.
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from soda to hock
The idiom "from soda to hock" refers to a sudden or extreme change in a person's fortune or social status. It suggests transitioning from a humble or modest position to a higher one, often implying a rise in wealth, influence, or social standing. It can be used to describe a significant improvement or transformation in someone's circumstances.
Similar spelling words for HOCK
- hooch,
- hooke,
- lock,
- hog,
- hoos,
- hoka,
- dock,
- howk,
- HOGE,
- HOAG,
- hose,
- honk,
- rock,
- hokey,
- Hoskie,
- sock,
- hack,
- hook,
- houk,
- hoch,
- hoke,
- hooks,
- hosch,
- hockey,
- hooky,
- hogg,
- hookah,
- hoax,
- houck,
- cock,
- hoak,
- HOSS,
- mock,
- shock.
Conjugate verb Hock
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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