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claw vs hook

hook vs claw

claw and hook both are nouns.

claw and hook both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
claw Yes No Yes No
hook Yes No Yes No
As nouns, claw and hook are synonyms defined as:
  • claw and hook: a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
claw (noun) hook (noun)
sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles a short swinging punch delivered from the side with the elbow bent
a bird's foot a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer
a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket
a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something
a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
a catch for locking a door
anything that serves as an enticement
a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook
claw (verb) hook (verb)
attack as if with claws approach with an offer of sexual favors
scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails entice and trap
clutch as if in panic secure with the foot
move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
fasten with a hook
catch with a hook
hit with a hook
hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left
make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle
make off with belongings of others
take by theft
rip off; ask an unreasonable price
Difference between claw and hook

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