Hodge

/ (hɒdʒ) /

noun

a typical name for a farm labourer; rustic

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Word Origin for Hodge

C14 hogge, from familiar form of Roger

Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Example sentences from the Web for hodge

Entire towns or neighborhoods could not be targeted for quarantine, Hodge said.
Are Mandatory Ebola Quarantines Legal?|Tim Mak|October 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Hodge traveled the country, hanging out with dozens and dozens of Bronies.
Inside the Bizarre World of ‘Bronies,’ Adult Male Fans of ‘My Little Pony’|Kevin Fallon|May 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Hodge also criticized the Royal Household for not maintaining the upkeep of its royal properties, including Buckingham Palace.
What ‘Downton Abbey’ Can Teach The Queen|Tim Teeman|January 29, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Of course the big difference between them—which Hodge conceded—is that Buckingham Palace is inhabited and the Tower is not.
What ‘Downton Abbey’ Can Teach The Queen|Tim Teeman|January 29, 2014|DAILY BEAST

Following the rules, Strugnell sent a message to Hodge, submitting the word “door” as his answer.
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"Never mind, old man," said Hodge, as he resumed the cigarette and brought forth the detective story again.
Frank Merriwell's Chums|Burt L. Standish
The news was gratifying to Hodge, and he lost no time in disappearing from view.
Frank Merriwell's Alarm|Burt L. Standish
Hodge was on the watch for Merry, and eagerly inquired concerning his success in following the woman.
Frank Merriwell's New Comedian|Burt L. Standish
Like a flash, Hodge struck out straight from the shoulder, and his fist caught Snell between the eyes.
Frank Merriwell's Chums|Burt L. Standish
As I said before, said Hodge, you see what your reputation as a practical joker is doing for you.
Frank Merriwell's New Comedian|Burt L. Standish