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Definition of roadhog

roadhog

/ˈroʊdˌhɔːɡ/
road · hog
Plural:roadhogs
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Past Simple:roadhogged
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Past Participle:roadhogged
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Present Participle:roadhogging
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roadhog Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A driver of a motor vehicle or cyclist who selfishly obstructs others by taking up more than their fair share of the road or driving inconsiderately.

Example

"The impatient commuter honked at the roadhog straddling both lanes on the highway."

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• verb

1

To drive selfishly or inconsiderately in a manner that obstructs other vehicles on the road.

Example

"Drivers who roadhog in the passing lane often cause unnecessary traffic congestion."

• Nearby Words

roadbed
roadblock
roadbuilding
roadhog
roadhouse
roadie
roadkill

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 19th century, the term originally referred to aggressive cyclists before being applied to automobile drivers who selfishly monopolize the roadway.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Roadhog. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/roadhog
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