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| barb |
a small, sharp point projecting in the opposite direction of the main point or hook, as on an arrow, fishhook, or the like. [1/3 definitions] |
| gang hook |
a fishhook consisting of several hooks that are joined at their shanks. |
| hook |
a fishhook. [2/19 definitions] |
| shank |
the straight, narrow part of something such as a nail, anchor, fishhook, or tool; shaft; stem. [1/3 definitions] |
| snell |
a short piece of monofilament or the like used to attach a fishhook to a fishing line. |
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