B1verb 1K

Hunt

UK /["/hʌnt/","/hʌnts/","/ˈhʌntɪd/","/ˈhʌntɪŋ/"]/ US /["/hʌnt/","/hʌnts/","/ˈhʌntɪd/","/ˈhʌntɪŋ/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

to go after wild animals in order to catch or kill them for food, sport or to make money

Listen to definition

In simple words: To search for and chase animals to catch them.

Examples

• They plan to hunt for deer in the forest this weekend.
• The children love to hunt for hidden treasures during the scavenger hunt.
• She decided to hunt for a new apartment in the city.
• He enjoys the challenge of trying to hunt down the best deals online.
• The traditional method to hunt for food has changed over the years.
• During the game, players must hunt for clues to solve the mystery.
• After the storm, many volunteers came to hunt for survivors.
• He set out to hunt in the early morning light.

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly used when discussing recreational hunting or wildlife management. Avoid using this term in discussions about illegal activities or when it implies harm to pets.

Grammar pattern

hunt + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'haunt' — picture a ghost hunting for lost souls.

Collocations

• hunt for
• big game hunt
• hunt down
• deer hunt
• sport hunting

Synonyms

• search

Antonyms

• protect
• shelter

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'search' — 'hunt' specifically refers to chasing animals.
• Using 'hunted' incorrectly as an intransitive verb — remember to include an object.
• Mixing up the meaning with 'fishing' — 'hunt' usually refers to land animals.