Meaning of hoof it | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To walk, especially when as a result of regular transportation being unavailable.
   slang
2. To dance.
   slang
3. To depart; scram.
   slang

Examples

“I hoofed it around the store. I didn't see⟳ any soda pop bottles, anywhere.”

“It was doing what looked like⟳ an old-fashioned soft-shoe dance⟳, complete⟳ with miniature cane, bow tie, and top hat. As it danced, it sang in a squeaky whistle. "...the old lady was doing a broken-down conga in twenty-five. We hoofed it 'till we couldn't take⟳ it any longer and had to jive..."”

“Now hoof it. Don't leave⟳ Athens to those Asian cowards who ran from us this morning.”

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