hooking (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈhʊkɪŋ/
Definition
Attaching or fastening something with a hook, or the act of catching something with a hook.
Examples
The fisherman celebrated after successfully hooking a large trout.
She was hooking the ornaments onto the Christmas tree.
The sharp barb is designed for hooking the fish securely.
How to Use hooking
- hook up (phrasal verb)
- To connect or attach something, often equipment. — "We need to hook up the printer to the computer."
- hook up with (phrasal verb)
- To meet or connect with someone, often for a casual romantic encounter. — "He hoped to hook up with someone at the party."
- hook on (prepositional phrase)
- To become addicted to something, especially drugs. — "She quickly got hooked on the new medication."
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