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Meaning of the word hit in English

What does hit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hit

US /hɪt/
UK /hɪt/
"hit" picture

Verb

1.

strike (someone or something) with a blow or missile

Example:
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He accidentally hit his thumb with a hammer.
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The ball hit the window and broke it.
Synonym:
strike smack slap punch thump
2.

cause harm or damage to

Example:
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The drought has hit the crops hard.
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The new policy will hit small businesses the hardest.
Synonym:
affect impact damage harm hurt
3.

reach (a particular level or amount)

Example:
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Sales are expected to hit record highs this quarter.
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The temperature is expected to hit 30 degrees Celsius tomorrow.
Synonym:
reach attain achieve make get to

Noun

1.

a blow or stroke

Example:
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He delivered a powerful hit to the ball.
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The boxer landed a clean hit on his opponent.
Synonym:
blow strike smack punch thump
2.

a successful song, movie, or show

Example:
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Her new song is a big hit.
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The movie was a box office hit.
Synonym:
success smash blockbuster winner triumph
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Related Word:
hitting hit on hit the sack hit the road hit it off hit the roof smash hit