Meaning of the word hurtle in English

What does hurtle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hurtle

US /ˈhɝː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈhɜː.təl/
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Verb

to move or cause to move at a great speed, typically in a wildly uncontrolled manner

Example:
The car hurtled down the hill at a dangerous speed.
A massive boulder hurtled through the air during the landslide.