Hoof Definition & Meaning

hoof
noun
  1. the foot of an ungulate mammal
  2. the horny covering of the end of the foot in ungulate mammals
verb
  1. walk; "let's hoof it to the disco"
  2. dance in a professional capacity

"Hoof" in song lyrics

See how hoof is used in real songs:

  • "When you're on all fours like a horse on her hoof"
    Afroman — Girls
  • "I peep devils quick exposing they hoof"
    June Marx f/ Godilla — Silence the Traitors
  • "The prancing and patting of each little hoof"
    Random a/k/a Mega Ran — 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

Words that rhyme with hoof

Usage tips for "hoof"

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