hook (B2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /hʊk/
Definition
A curved piece of metal or other material used for catching something, fastening things together, or hanging things up.
Examples
The fish was caught on a sharp hook.
She used a hook to hang the picture on the wall.
The dress had a hook and eye closure at the back.
How to Use hook
- hook into (phrasal verb)
- To connect or attach something into a system or device. — "You need to hook the printer into the computer's USB port."
- hook up (phrasal verb)
- To connect or associate with someone or something. — "They decided to hook up with another team for the project."
- hook on (phrasal verb)
- To become addicted to or obsessed with something. — "He got hooked on video games at an early age."
- hook sb/sth (verb)
- To catch or attach something or someone with a hook. — "The fisherman hooked a large salmon."
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