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fishhook

/fɪʃˈhʊk/ noun · British & US
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What does fishhook mean?

noun

A curved or hooked device used for catching fish, typically attached to a line or string.

Example

"The fisherman baited his hook with a juicy worm and cast his line into the water, waiting for a bite with a fishhook."

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