Hook

/hˈʊk/

/ˈhʊk/

Definição e Significado de "hook"

to hook

VERBO

enganchar, pendurar

to attach or secure something by means of a curved or angled object

Transitive: to hook sth | to hook sth onto sth

ganchá, dar um gancho

(cricket) to play a shot by hitting the ball delivered by the bowler with the bat held horizontally and swinging it in a downward direction towards the leg side

Transitive: to hook a shot

trabalhar em crochê, fazer crochê

to create stitches and fabric by pulling loops of yarn through other loops using a crochet hook

Transitive: to hook stitches or fabric

prostituir-se, oferecer serviços sexuais

to offer sexual services in exchange for money or other forms of payment

Intransitive

prender, atrair

to draw someone in or trap them in a manipulative or compelling manner

Transitive: to hook sb

enganchar, passar

(in rugby) to pass the ball back in a scrum or to move it along the ground

Transitive: to hook the ball

prender, viciar

to make someone addicted or strongly attached to a habit or substance

Transitive: to hook sb

agar, prender

to catch something with a tool in the shape of a sharp curve or crook

Transitive: to hook sth

pescar, atrapalhar

(in hockey) to use one's stick to impede or trip an opponent

Transitive: to hook an opponent or their gear

roubar, subtrair

to steal or take something unlawfully

Transitive: to hook sth

Hook

SUBSTANTIVO

gancho, gancho de segurança

a device, often made of metal, used for securing or locking doors

gancho, soco de gancho

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown with a bent arm aimed at connecting with the side or front of an opponent's head or body

hook (no golfe), gancho

a golf shot that curves sharply to the left for right-handed golfers or to the right for left-handed golfers

arremesso de gancho, gancho

a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket

gancho, anzol

a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something

gancho, anzol

a curved or bent tool with a pointed end used for catching, holding, or pulling objects

gancho, isca

anything that serves as an enticement

gancho, anzol

a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook

gancho, anzuelo

a simple device made of metal or plastic, designed to hold or hang items such as coats, towels, or tools, by catching onto a loop or ring on the item

What is a "hook"?

A hook is a curved or bent object used for hanging or attaching items. It is typically made from metal, wood, or plastic and has a shape that allows objects like coats, bags, keys, or towels to be hung securely. Hooks can be mounted on walls, doors, or furniture, and come in various sizes and designs, from simple single hooks to more elaborate or decorative ones. They are commonly found in entryways, bathrooms, kitchens, and closets, providing an easy way to keep items organized and within reach.

gancho, curva

(bowling) a ball that curves as it rolls towards the pins

hook

hooked

adj

hooked

adj

hooker

hooking