Definition of Hit the books

1. Verb. Learn by reading books. "I have an exam next week; I must hit the books now"

Exact synonyms: Study
Generic synonyms: Acquire, Larn, Learn
Specialized synonyms: Con, Learn, Memorise, Memorize, Bone, Bone Up, Cram, Drum, Get Up, Grind Away, Mug Up, Swot, Swot Up
Entails: Read
Derivative terms: Study, Studying

Definition of Hit the books

1. Verb. (idiomatic) To study, especially with particular intensity. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hit The Books

hit one's stride
hit one out of the ballpark
hit out
hit parade
hit parades
hit paydirt
hit point
hit points
hit someone for six
hit squad
hit test
hit tests
hit the ball twice
hit the big time
hit the books (current term)
hit the bottle
hit the bricks
hit the buffers
hit the ceiling
hit the deck
hit the dirt
hit the fan
hit the gas
hit the ground running
hit the hay
hit the headlines
hit the jackpot
hit the nail on the head

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