\ ˈhīnd
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plural hinds also hind
Definition of hind
(Entry 1 of 3)
2
: any of various spotted groupers (especially genus Epinephelus)
hind
noun (2)Definition of hind (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: a British farm assistant
hind
adjectiveDefinition of hind (Entry 3 of 3)
: of or forming the part that follows or is behind : rear
the dog's hind legs
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Kids Definition of hind
: being at the end or back : rear
hind legs
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