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●on the ˈhoof (BrE, informal) if you do sth on the hoof, you do it quickly and without giving it your full attention because you are doing sth else at the same time 草草地;顺便◆We made the decision on the hoof, late at night and without really thinking about the consequences. 我们在深夜草草作了决定,并没有认真考虑后果。 NOTE Meat that is sold, transported, etc. on the hoof is sold, etc. while the cow or sheep is still alive. * on the hoof 指出售(或运输等)活牛或活羊。 |