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uncus vs hook

hook vs uncus

uncus and hook both are nouns.

uncus is not a verb while hook is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
uncus Yes No No No
hook Yes No Yes No
As nouns, hook is a hypernym of uncus; that is, hook is a word with a broader meaning than uncus:
  • uncus: (biology) any hook-shaped process or part
  • hook: a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook
Other hypernyms of uncus include crotchet.
uncus (noun) hook (noun)
(biology) any hook-shaped process or part a short swinging punch delivered from the side with the elbow bent
a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer
a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket
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
uncus (verb) hook (verb)
approach with an offer of sexual favors
entice and trap
secure with the foot
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
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