On the hoof Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Spontaneous Decisions Used when someone makes a decision quickly without prior planning. Facing the unexpected, the manager had to hire on the hoof. Pro Tip 2/3Multitasking Suggests doing something while being engaged in another activity or task. She answered emails on the hoof during her commute. Pro Tip 3/3Informal Context Often used in less formal conversations or casual business contexts. We'll have to discuss the contract terms on the hoof, no time for a meeting.