Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hook
noun
/hʊk/
Definition
A curved or bent device used for catching or holding something.
Examples
- She caught the fish on a hook.
- He used a hook to hang the coat on the rack.
- The movie had a great hook that kept the audience interested.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘hook’ can refer to anything that attracts attention or is used to grab something.
Synonyms
- crook
- grapple
- catch
- clasp
