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hove

/həʊv/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To heave or lift something with great effort.

    - "The sailors had to hove the anchor up before they could set sail."
    - "After the storm, we had to hove the logs back onto the truck."
  • Noun

    A place in Sussex, England, known for its historic port and fishing industry.

    - "We took a trip to Hove to explore the pier and enjoy some fish and chips."
    - "Hove is famous for its beautiful beaches and vibrant arts scene."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with hove
dove , glove , love
Variants
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heave , hove , Hove , heave to , heaved , heaved to , heaver , heavers , heaves , heaves to , heaving , heaving to , hoved
Etymology
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The verb 'hove' comes from the Old English word 'hēofan', which means 'to lift' or 'to heave'. The noun 'hove' is likely named after the town in Sussex, England.


Trivia
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  1. The name 'Hove' is derived from the Old English word 'hōf', meaning 'mound' or 'hill'.

  2. Hove Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Brighton and Hove, attracting millions of visitors each year.

  3. The British band 'The Hooves' took their name from the town of Hove.


Related Concepts
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  1. Heave-ho: A command used when lifting or heaving something together, often with a chant to help synchronize effort.

  2. Anchor: A heavy object used to keep a ship in place, which requires being hove up or down.


Culture
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Hove is a seaside town located in East Sussex, England. It has a rich history dating back to the Roman times and was once a major fishing port. Today, it is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant arts scene, and historic pier. Hove has been featured in literature, including the works of Rudyard Kipling and Virginia Woolf.

How to Memorize "hove"

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  2. associate

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  3. mnemonics

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