Nuthook
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nuthook is a noun meaning A hook on a pole to pull down boughs for gathering nuts.
Meaning
A hook on a pole to pull down boughs for gathering nuts.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) A thief who steals by means of a hook.
- (obsolete) A bailiff who metaphorically hooks or seizes malefactors; a policeman; a constable.
Example Sentences
Nuthook, nuthook, you lie.
Word Forms
- nuthooks
- nut-hook
Synonyms for nuthook
Depending on context, synonyms include angler, hooker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nut-hook, boothook, boathook, nutpick, canthook, hook.
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