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hook

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

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This katakana word borrowed from English "hook" refers to a hook used for hanging things, or a hooking punch in boxing. It can also be used more broadly to mean a catchy element that draws people in, such as a hook in a song or advertisement.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I stuck a small hook on the edge of my desk and it turned out to be super handy.

Sentence 2

Which kind of hook would work for hanging plants from the ceiling?

Sentence 3

A story's hook, for example, is about creating a question in the reader's mind.

Sentence 4

The hook suddenly came loose and the bag hit the floor with a thud!

Sentence 5

She asked me to take the hook off before cleaning.