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hook
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- pronunciation:
- hUk
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a curved piece that is used for holding, hanging, or pulling things. A hook is made of metal, plastic, or another hard material.
We put a hook into the wall to hold the picture.
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| definition 2: |
a curved metal piece with a sharp point that you use for catching fish.
Matt removed the hook from the fish's mouth.
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| related words: |
buckle, claw, latch |
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| derivations: |
hookless (adj.), hooklike (adj.) |
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