Definition of "Hitch" :

noun: the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

noun: any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

noun: a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it; a temporary knot

noun: a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls

noun: an unforeseen obstacle

noun: the state of inactivity following an interruption

noun: a period of time spent in military service

verb: to hook or entangle

verb: connect to a vehicle:

"Hitch the trailer to the car."

verb: jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched

verb: walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

verb: travel by getting free rides from motorists