Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sling your hook
Idiomatic expression
/slɪŋ jʊər hʊk/
Definition
To leave or go away; often used as an expression to tell someone to exit or depart.
Examples
- After the argument, he told her to sling her hook and not come back.
- It’s time for you to sling your hook; we’ve had enough of your nonsense!
Meaning
The phrase ‘sling your hook’ is an informal way of asking someone to leave or suggesting that they should move on, especially if they are being bothersome or unwelcome.
Synonyms
- Hit the road
- Get lost
- Scram
