|
|
Definition of Head for the hills
1. Verb. Flee; take to one's heels; cut and run. "The burglars escaped before the police showed up"
Generic synonyms: Go Away, Go Forth, Leave
Specialized synonyms: Flee, Fly, Take Flight, Skedaddle
Derivative terms: Lam, Runaway
Definition of Head for the hills
1. Verb. To travel to a higher elevation, especially to a rural region on vacation. ¹
2. Verb. (idiomatic) To go to a safe place; to seek refuge; to flee. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Head For The Hills
Literary usage of Head for the hills
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Adventure Guide to Venice & the Veneto by Marissa Fabris (2005)
"Lounge in the garden, cool off in the pool or hop on a bike and head for the hills.
Associazione Culturale Euganean Life International (Via Prosdocimi 14, ..."
2. Income Opportunities in Special Forest Products: Self-Help Suggestions for by Margaret G. Thomas (1994)
"... and look forward with great anticipation to vacation opportunities to "head
for the hills" are willing to pay for access to back-to-nature experiences. ..."
3. The Hunting Countries of England, Their Facilities, Character, and by Edward Pennell Elmhirst (1883)
"Hutton's Plantations often produce a straight fox that will set his head for the
hills—for Mr. Hutton is a keen preserver, and does his utmost to have the ..."
4. The Gold Chain: A California Family Sagaby Regina V. Phelan by Regina V. Phelan (1987)
"asked Henry. "They're some of the men that came to California under Johnathan
Stevenson. They were the first to head for the hills. ..."
5. Adventure Guide to the Sierra Nevada by Wilbur H. Morrison (2000)
"... so when the crowds become unbearable, you can head for the hills, or at least
the heights of the valley's south rim at Glacier Point. ..."
6. A History of the Meynell Hounds and Country, 1780-1901 by James Lowndes Randall (1901)
"the fox had set his head for the hills. We were hunting him two and a quarter
hours over the very best part of our country. Thursday, Kedleston. ..."
7. Beautiful Accommodation in Queensland, Australia by Simon St John (2004)
"head for the hills as well and discover the unique combination the Sunshine Coast
offers. The Glasshouse Mountains dominate the background as you drive ..."
Other Resources:
