as in sock
a close-fitting covering for the foot and leg
a reenactor dressed like Benjamin Franklin in waistcoat, breeches, and hose
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
as in to squeeze
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
when the guy failed to return with our money, we realized that we had been hosed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of hose
Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Amika Mota was drenched, bone-tired, and shaking after her first-ever pump and roll, a fire-fighting technique where the fire truck creeps toward the blaze as personnel wield the massive hose alongside it.
—Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2025
Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 9 Jan. 2025
The Indianapolis Fire Department responded to a 911 call at 4:41 p.m. from a neighbor who was trying to hose down the fire at 5240 Chisolm Trail, a single-story home on the city's far southeast side, according to a press release.
—Jordan Smith, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hose 
Noun
Freshwater, whenever possible, is preferred because salt content is corrosive and can damage equipment like hoses and pumps.
—Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Amika Mota was drenched, bone-tired, and shaking after her first-ever pump and roll, a fire-fighting technique where the fire truck creeps toward the blaze as personnel wield the massive hose alongside it.
—Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2025
Verb
Back in the days when the national champion was determined by fiat—Penn State got absolutely hosed in 1995—relatively little attention was paid to college football’s TV deliveries.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 9 Jan. 2025
The Indianapolis Fire Department responded to a 911 call at 4:41 p.m. from a neighbor who was trying to hose down the fire at 5240 Chisolm Trail, a single-story home on the city's far southeast side, according to a press release.
—Jordan Smith, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hose
Noun
-
Take it from a mom who once had to cut a sledding trip short because her son managed to a) find the only source of running water for miles, and b) break through the ice on top, completely soaking his boots and socks.—
Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan,
Outside Online,
27 Jan. 2025
-
The center urges people to limit their exposure to BPA by removing sportswear and socks immediately after workouts and avoiding clothing made from polyester with spandex, among other protective measures.—
Melanie Radzicki McManus,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
Use a fire extinguisher by pulling the pin, aiming at the base of the fire, squeezing the lever slowly and sweeping the nozzle side to side For a grease fire, try to cover the flames with a lid or pan to snuff them out.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
23 Jan. 2025
-
Turn the pot on its side and loosen the root ball from the pot's walls by squeezing or tapping the side of the pot a little.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Hidden costs lurk like shadows in the retail world—slotting fees, chargebacks and stocking requirements.—
Joel Goldstein,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
-
Wearing compression stockings, exercising regularly, protecting your skin from the sun, and taking frequent movement breaks throughout the day can all help reduce your risk.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
12 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
One day later Miami would kick off its plans for 2025 right by landing former Georgia starting quarterback Carson Beck in the transfer portal (more on that in a bit), but, still, this Orange Bowl had to sting Cristobal over all that might have been.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
10 Jan. 2025
-
That loss hurt, of course, and losing the Super Bowl this time around would sting, too.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
More than 750 northern tidewater gobies were plucked from a lagoon ravaged by the Palisades fire and transferred to aquariums.—
Lila Seidman,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
-
For Hodge, having to squat naked and pluck out her eye was nothing compared with what would follow.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
There’s a scene where the duo is trying to get their rent money back from Alyssa’s conniving and cheating boyfriend, which perfectly encapsulates the blend of wit and physical comedy that makes the film so memorable.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
21 Jan. 2025
-
West Virginia was also willing to cheat off of Keshon Gilbert.—
CJ Moore,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
Sometimes, the losses outweigh the gains, and that’s a signal to stick it out a bit longer.—
Nono Bokete,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
-
Snagging a deal on Woot is about being quick, as these deals don't stick for long, disappearing as soon as stock runs out (which is usually pretty quick).—
Gabriela Vatu,
PCMAG,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
With a zero-to-60 time below 4 seconds, a quarter-mile time around 12 seconds, and a 155 mph top speed, the coupe clearly hustles.—
Karl Brauer,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
-
In this raucous odyssey a wanton minx quests hard across a dreamy landscape of smut, filth and psychics, hustling to lift a curse that has been f*cking her sh*t up.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near hose
Cite this Entry
“Hose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hose. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share