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hook

UK/huk/US
NGSL 3kTOEFLB2

Definitions

n.

A curved or bent device used to catch, hold, or hang things

钩,挂钩,鱼钩

v.

To fasten or catch with a hook; to attract or draw someone in

钩住,挂上;吸引,迷住

Root Breakdown

Native English
hookother
=hook

Common Collocations

  • 1.fishing hook鱼钩
  • 2.hook and eye钩眼
  • 3.off the hook脱险

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She hung her coat on the hook by the door.

  • 2.

    The fisherman used a sharp hook to catch the fish.

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