Hooking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhʊkɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Hooking is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of hook.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of hook.
More Meanings
- The act of catching or fastening something on a hook.
- (ice hockey, bandy, floorball) The penalized action of using one's stick to restrain an opponent.
Example Sentences
There was a surprising number of foul hookings.
Word Forms
- hookings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crochet, knock off, fleece, soak, swipe, pluck.
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