Fishhook

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈfɪʃˌhÊŠk/

Origin

From Middle English fisch-hook, from Old English *fischōc ("fishhook"), equivalent to fish + hook. Cognate with Dutch vishaak ("fishhook").

Full definition of fishhook

Noun

1. a barbed hook, usually metal, used for fishing
2. (slang) A jack (the playing card)

Synonyms

• fishing hook
• hook