Definition of hiking Hiking

/hajˈkɪŋ/ - [hayking] - hik•ing

We found 5 definitions of hiking from 4 different sources.

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What does hiking mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

hiking - a long walk usually for exercise or pleasure; "she enjoys a hike in her spare time"
  hike, tramp
  walk the act of traveling by foot; "walking is a healthy form of exercise"
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  • hiking (Noun)
    walking in the countryside for pleasure or sport.
  • hiking (Verb)
    Present participle of hike.

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  • Hiking is a general word for travelling on foot in the mountains or the countryside.

    Hiking is a kind of physical activity as well as a leisure activity (a way of spending free time). Hikers (the people who do hiking) enjoy fresh air and the beauty of nature. Hiking can also be an attraction for people who enjoy a challenging their their physical and mental strength. Hiking gives them the chance to become stronger.

    In general, people can make profit on it for having rest, health, and everyday life.

    How to go hiking.

    Planning means a hiker should decide what he wants from the hike. A traveller should examine the information on landscape, climate, weather, plants, animals, type of ground, and so on. Based on that information, a hiker decides what equipment (tools) he needs. Writing everything on paper is strongly suggested not to forget anything. A hiker should choose the itinerary (the way of the hike).

    Equipping means getting specialized clothing and equipment. Different suggestions can be found on each point in any hiking book. A hiker is suggested to learn more than one source and work. Equipping sometimes needs getting skills in using the apparatus. Basic skills–different ways of orientation (the ability to find the way, for example)–must be developed before hiking.

    Hiking itself lies in the observation of the presented steps and hiker's skills. There are different hiking tips and suggestions in the internet (see other websites).

    Being safe and hiking.

    Hiking can quickly b

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  • hiking, verb, gerund of hike (infinitive).

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