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Hooks: meaning, definitions and examples

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hooks

 

[ hสŠks ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

fishing equipment

A hook is a curved piece of metal or other material that is used for catching fish. It is typically attached to a fishing line and baited to lure fish.

Synonyms

barb, fishhook

Examples of usage

  • He baited the hook with a worm before casting his line into the water.
  • The fish was caught on the hook and reeled in by the angler.
Context #2 | Noun

rugby

In rugby, a hook is a player in the front row of the scrum who attempts to 'hook' the ball with their foot to gain possession for their team.

Synonyms

front-row forward, scrum-half

Examples of usage

  • The hook's role in the scrum is crucial for securing possession of the ball.
  • He excels as a hook in the scrum, using his strength to win the ball.
Context #3 | Verb

captivate

To hook someone means to capture their interest or attention, often in a compelling or irresistible way.

Synonyms

captivate, enthrall

Examples of usage

  • The novel's gripping opening chapter hooked the reader immediately.
  • The movie's unexpected plot twist hooked the audience and left them wanting more.

Translations

Translations of the word "hooks" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ganchos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅเค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Haken

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kail

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐั‡ะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ haki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crochets

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ganchos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kancalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ›„ํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุทุงูุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hรกฤky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hรกky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้’ฉๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kljuke

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรณkar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั–ะปะผะตะบั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ™แƒ•แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qarmaqlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ganchos

Etymology

The word 'hook' originated from the Old English word 'hoc', which meant a curved piece of metal used for hanging or holding things. Over time, the term expanded to include various meanings related to fishing, sports, and captivation. The versatility of 'hook' in different contexts reflects its enduring relevance in human activities and interactions.

See also: hook, hooked, hooking, hookup, unhook.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,658 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.