Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gancho
noun
ˈɡan.ko
Definition
A hook or a fastener used for holding things together or hanging something.
Examples
- He hung his coat on the gancho by the door.
- The gancho of the fishing line helped catch the fish.
- She used a gancho to keep her hair in place during the party.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘gancho’ can refer to anything that is used to catch or secure something. It can also imply a figurative idea of connecting or bringing together elements.
Synonyms
- hook
- fastener
- clamp
- crook