hook
/huːk/
A2 · Elementary★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
a curved piece of metal or plastic used for hanging things or catching fish.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation✈️Travel English😎Slang & Informal
Elementary — simple everyday language
Examples in Conversation
“Hang your coat on the hook by the door.”
“Don't forget to put a worm on the hook before you cast your line.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A rod bent into a curved shape, typically with one end free and the other end secured to a rope or other attachment.
Related Words
Synonyms:
pegclaspbarb
Word Family:
hookedhookinghooks