hack around
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To be idle; to waste time; to socialize.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Gosh! Just think, maybe we walked over him a couple of times when we were hacking around in the woods. Gives you a spooky feeling, doesn’t it?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “hack around” mean?
To be idle; to waste time; to socialize.
Is “hack around” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.