plural hooves
ˈhuːvz 
ˈhʊvz
also hoofs
: the hard covering on the foot of an animal (such as a horse or pig)
hoofs; hoofed; hoofing
US, informal
: to dance as a performer
The cast was hoofing on the stage.
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“Hoof.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/hoof. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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