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Meaning of hurdled
The primary meaning of the word "hurdled" is to jump over something, especially an obstacle.
Etymology of hurdled
The word "hurdled" originated from the Old French word "hurdel", meaning "obstacle" or "barrier", which is derived from the Latin word "crucibulum", meaning "hurdle" or "barrier".
Historically, the word "hurdle" referred to a frame or structure used as a barrier or obstacle, and the verb "hurdled" emerged to describe the act of jumping over such obstacles.
Synonyms
leaped
jumped
bounded
sprang
cleared
vaulted
crossed
passed
overcame
surmounted
conquered
defeated
overcame
transcended
exceeded
surpassed
outdid
outpaced
outperformed
outshone
outstripped
outran
outjumped
outleaped
overleaped
overjumped
cleared
spanned
traversed
bridged
crossed
forded
passed
proceeded
progressed
advanced
moved
went
traveled
trekked
hopped
skipped
stepped
strode.
Definitions
- To jump over something, especially an obstacle, with a sudden movement of the legs.
- To overcome a difficulty or obstacle.
- To pass over or across something, such as a hurdle or a boundary.
Usage Examples
- The athlete hurdled the last obstacle on the track with ease.
- She hurdled the difficulties in her life with determination and perseverance.
- The company hurdled the financial crisis by reducing costs and increasing efficiency.