Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, violent, and uncontrolled outburst of anger or emotion, or a sudden attack or assault

“He lost his temper and had a hack at his opponent.”

2. noun

a person who engages in hacking or computer hacking

“The company hired a team of hackers to test their security system.”

3. noun

a shortcut or a quick and dirty way to accomplish something

“The hack allowed the developers to save time and finish the project quickly.”

4. verb

to cut or chop something roughly or violently, or to engage in hacking or computer hacking

“The hacker hacked into the system and stole sensitive information.”

5. verb

to find a shortcut or a quick and dirty way to accomplish something

“The developer hacked a solution to the problem and finished the project on time.”

6. verb

to manipulate or alter something in a clever or unorthodox way

“The artist hacked the sculpture to create a unique piece of art.”

7. verb

to criticize or parody something in a humorous or ironic way

“The comedian hacked the latest movie in his stand-up routine.”

8. verb

to remove the leaves or stems from something, especially a plant

“The gardener hacked back the overgrown bushes in the garden.”

9. verb

to force something to move or operate by violent or rough means

“The mechanic had to hack the old car into working order.”