hie

hie Definition

hie (hī)

intransitive verb, transitive verb hied, hie′·ing or hy′·ing

to hurry or hasten: usually used reflexively

Etymology: ME hien < OE higian, to strive, hasten < IE base *ēigh-, fast > Russ sigáti, to spring

hie Usage Examples

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launch: HIE launches wireless broadband company The non-profit company that will bring broadband to Orkney was launched today.

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