armhook

English

noun
Definitions
  • A hook-like projection on the arm of a cephalopod, such as on the armhook squid (Gonatus fabricii).
  • (folk dancing) A movement in which two people hook arms at the elbow and turn around each other.
  • A hook for maneuvering something using the arm.

Etymology

Compound from English arm (poor, the upper limb of the body, equip with a weapon) + English hook (qualifier).

Origin

English

hook

Gloss

qualifier

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