hooker
- 01 C1 Advanced
a slang word for a prostitute.
a slang term for a prostitute, often considered derogatory or vulgar.
Simple“The movie was about a young woman working as a hooker on the streets of New York.”
In context“Sociologists argue that the term hooker reflects a historical stigmatization of sex work that persists in contemporary urban slang.”
Synonymsprostitutesex worker - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a player in the middle of the front row in rugby who uses their feet to get the ball.
the player in the centre of the front row of the scrum who attempts to hook the ball backward with the foot.
Simple“The hooker won the ball quickly during the first scrum of the match.”
In context“Modern rugby requires the hooker to be not only a strong scrummager but also an accurate thrower during line-outs.”
Synonymsnumber 2 - 03 C2 Proficiency
a small, traditional fishing boat.
a small commercial fishing vessel, particularly a traditional sailing boat used in Ireland or the Netherlands.
Simple“We saw an old wooden hooker sailing near the coast of Galway.”
In context“The Galway hooker is a distinctive sailing craft developed for the strong seas of the Atlantic coast of Ireland.”
Synonymsfishing boatvessel - 04 C1 Advanced
a person who makes things using a crochet hook.
an individual who engages in the craft of crochet.
Simple“She is a talented hooker who makes beautiful blankets for her friends.”
In context“Within the online crafting community, many hobbyists jokingly refer to themselves as hookers to highlight their dedication to crochet.”
Synonymscrocheter