1. to jump or move by jumping on one foot
2. to jump or move with quick light movements
3. to get on or into something quickly
Usage: informal

1. a short jump, especially on one foot
2. a short trip or journey
Usage: informal
3. a climbing plant whose dried flowers are used to flavor beer

Examples

• The rabbit began to hop across the field.
• She had to hop on one foot after spraining her ankle.
• The children were hopping with excitement.
• He decided to hop on the next bus to downtown.
• With one quick hop, the frog disappeared into the pond.
• It’s just a short hop from here to the airport.
• The brewery uses fresh hops to give their beer a bitter flavor.