Definition of hook - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
toolscurved piece of metal or plastic for hanging
- She hung her coat on the hook.
2.
fishingbarbed metal piece attached to a line for catching fish
- He baited the hook and cast his line.
3.
boxing moveTECH. short swinging punch in boxingTECH.
- He knocked out his opponent with a hook.
4.
musiccatchy musical phrase in a song
- The song's hook is unforgettable.
5.
attraction techniquemethod used to attract attention or interest
- The advertisement used a clever hook to lure customers..
6.
craftcurved needle for crochet
- She used a hook to crochet the blanket.
7.
golf swingTECH. golf shot curving left for right-handersTECH.
- His hook sent the ball into the trees.
Verb
1.
fasteningattach or fasten with a hook
- She hooked the keys onto the keychain..
2.
captivateengage someone's interest or attention
- The movie's plot hooked viewers from the start..
3.
boxing moveTECH. strike an opponent with a short looping punchTECH.
- The boxer hooked his opponent in the jaw..
4.
fishingcatch things using a curved metal tool
- He hooked a big fish in the lake.
5.
shapetr./intr. bend or be curvedtr./intr.
- The road hooked sharply to the left.
6.
technologyconnect electronically or telephonically
- Let's hook up the DVD player to the TV..
7.
curved shotTECH. swerve a ball in soccer or bowlingTECH.
- He hooked the ball past the goalkeeper.
8.
trappingtrap someone into an unwanted commitment
- The salesman hooked him into buying a car.
9.
crochetwork yarn into loops using a hooked needle
- She hooked a beautiful scarf for winter.
Images of hook
curved piece of metal or plastic for hanging 
barbed metal piece attached to a line for catching fish 
curved needle for crochet 
golf shot curving left for right-handers
Expressions with hook
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attach or secure using a hook
She hooked in the curtain to the rod.
connect or attach something to another
He hooked the trailer into the truck.
engage or become interested in something
She hooked on to the new project immediately.
form an association with someone
They hooked up with a local band for the tour.
meet someone for a specific purpose
Let's hook up with them for lunch tomorrow.
relieved from a responsibility or burden
He was off the hook after the charges were dropped.
make a left turn while driving
At the next intersection, hook a left to reach the gas station.
turn right while driving or walking
At the next intersection, hook a right to reach the park.
caught in a difficult or dangerous situation
She found herself on the hook during the negotiations.
hook used by butchers to hang meat
The butcher's hook held the heavy carcass securely.
achieve something using any means necessary or possible
She will finish the project by hook or by crook.
by any means necessary
She was determined to win by hook or crook.
leave a place quickly or suddenly
We need to hook it before the storm hits.
complete acceptance of a story or idea without question
She fell for the scam hook, line, and sinker.
hook for hanging coats or clothes
She hung her jacket on the coat hook.
sharp curved tool for catching fish
He attached a fishing hook to the line.
hook for hanging lightweight items
He screwed a cup hook into the wall to hang the keys.
unexpected action or remark
Her comment was a real right hook in the meeting.
needle with a hook for making crochetwork
She bought a new crochet hook for her project.
earring with a hook that goes through the ear
She wore a beautiful ear hook earring to the party.
device with hooks for grabbing and holding
He used a grappling hook to climb the steep wall..
fastener consisting of a hook and a corresponding eye
She fastened her dress with a hook and eye at the top..
basketball shot made with a sweeping arm motion
He scored with a perfect hook shot.
no longer in trouble or responsible for a problem
You're off the hook for the broken vase.
Origin of hook
Old Norse, haki (hook)
Terms with hook included in their meaning
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clothing
put clothes or items on a hook or hanger
angling equipment
cord used to attach bait, sometimes with leader, float, sinker, hook
storage
basket for storing fruits or vegetables hung from a hook
fishing
place food or lure on a hook or trap to attract animals
fastening
generic term for hook-and-loop fasteners
fishing
fish taking a baited hook
fishing sport
catching fish with a rod, line, hook, and bait or lure
handmade
made using a needle with a hook
attachment
attach something with a heavy hook or metal device
fishing
prepare a hook or trap with bait
fishing
take the bait on a hook while fishing
craft
tool with a hook for making crochet
fishing
fishing lure with a weighted hook
maintenance
portable light with a protective cage and hook
garment part
strap or hook on a garment
fishing
part of a fishhook between eye and hook
fishing
tool with a hook for landing fish
maritime
fishing tackle, especially a hook
fishing
fish using a hook and line
music
hook on a note stem indicating rhythmic value
fishing
fish using a hook and line
fishing
attach a small backward point to a hook
shaping
bend or form into a hook shape
maritime
metal hook for grabbing anchor chains
Examples of hook in a sentence
The kitchen hook held several utensils. The fisherman checked his tackle box for a spare hook. She carefully removed the hook from the fish's mouth. The boxer's hook was too fast to dodge. His powerful hook won him the match. The chorus has a hook that sticks in your head.
A strong hook can make a new single memorable. The song's catchy hook made it a hit. The novel's hook grabbed readers from the first page. She bought a new hook for her crochet project. The hook slipped from her hand while crocheting. His hook landed the ball in the rough. She struggled with a hook during the tournament. He hooked the curtain onto the rod. The fisherman hooked the bait onto the line. The book's first chapter hooked me instantly. Her speech hooked the audience's attention. She hooked him with a swift left. He hooked his opponent in the final round. She hooked a trout during the fishing trip. They hooked several fish before noon. The branch hooked over the garden wall. Her finger hooked around the handle. Can you hook up the printer to the computer? We need to hook up the speakers for the party. She hooked the ball into the top corner of the net. The bowler hooked the ball to hit the pins. She hooked him into joining the club. The advertisement hooked viewers with its catchy slogan. He hooked a pair of mittens for his niece. They hooked a colorful blanket for the baby.
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- French:crochet, accrocher, ...
- German:Haken, einhaken, ...
- Italian:gancio, agganciare, ...
- Spanish:gancho, colgar, ...
- Portuguese:gancho, prender, ...
- Chinese:挂钩, 挂上, ...
- Japanese:フック, 引っ掛ける, ...
- Arabic:عَلَّاقَة, عَلَّقَ, ...
- Hebrew:וָו, לִתְלוֹת, ...
- Russian:крючок, повесить, ...
- Ukrainian:гачок, чіпляти, ...
- Hindi:काँटा, हुक से लगाना, ...
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