Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A curved piece used to catch, hold, or hang things. Synonyms:
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This word has no antonyms Examples:
One lousy lunch and you get hooked?" She looked away.The other hooks into Grent's jaw.I can't let myself off the hook for that.
Etymology:
The word hook comes from Middle English hok, derived from Old English hōc, which means a tool with a bent end or a loop.
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