take a hike

take a hike
take a hike & take a walk
1.

Fig. to go on a hike; to do hiking.

It's a beautiful day. Let's take a hike in the woods.

We took a hike through the forest to visit John's cabin.

2. Fig. to leave; to beat it. •

Okay, I've had it with you. Take a hike! Beat it!

I had enough of the boss and the whole place, so I cleaned out my desk and took a walk.

3. Go to take a walk.
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See: GO FLY A KITE.

Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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