foxhunt
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈfɒksˌhʌnt/
KK: /fɑksˌhʌnt/
noun
Definition
A type of hunting where people chase foxes, usually with the help of dogs, or a sport involving tracking radio signals.
Example
The local club organized a foxhunt this weekend in the countryside.
Conversation
Have you ever been to a foxhunt before?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
I went last weekend, and it was so much fun watching the dogs in action during the foxhunt.
That sounds exciting! I'd love to see that sometime.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
chase
pursuit
hunt
Antonyms
peace
safety
protection
verb
Definition
To chase and capture foxes, usually with the help of dogs.
Example
They decided to foxhunt in the countryside this weekend.
Tense Forms
Past: foxhunted
Past Participle: foxhunted
Conversation
Have you ever been on a foxhunt?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
I went once, and it was quite an adventure with all the dogs around.
Root Explanation
Foxhunt → It is formed from "fox" (from Old English *fox*, meaning the animal known for its cunning) and "hunt" (from Old English *huntian*, meaning to chase or pursue). The word "foxhunt" refers to the act of pursuing foxes, typically for sport.
Memory Tip
Think of the cunning animal, the 'fox', being 'chased' or 'pursued' during a hunt — that's what a foxhunt means.
Visually Confused Words
fount